Ophrys oestifera subsp. oestifera

Description

An orchid in the Orchidaceae family found in temperate regions, with edible bulbs and roots.

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Edible Uses

The bulbs and roots are edible.

Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Europe, Turkey, Türkiye,

Also Known As

Sinek salebi

References (2)

• Ertug, F., 2004, Wild Edible Plants of the Bodrum Area. (Mugla, Turkey). Turk. J. Bot. 28 (2004): 161-174
• Ertug, F, Yenen Bitkiler. Resimli Türkiye Florası -I- Flora of Turkey - Ethnobotany supplement

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