Diuris chrysantha
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Yellow double tails
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Summary
Source: WikipediaDiuris chrysantha, commonly known as granite donkey orchid, is a species of orchid that is endemic to eastern Australia. It has one or two leaves and up to seven deep golden to orange-coloured flowers with brown markings and occurs on the ranges and tablelands north from Tamworth to the Darling Downs.
Description
A subtropical herb in the orchid family that grows to approximately 32 cm high, with leaves measuring 12-36 cm long. It is found in open forest habitats.
Edible Uses
The tubers are eaten.
Traditional Uses
The tubers are eaten.
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Distribution
It is a subtropical plant. It grows in open forest.
Where It Grows
Australia*,
References (2)
- Haslam, S., 2004, Noosa's Native Plants. Noosa Integrated Catchment Assn. Inc. p 108
- Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 39
