Calochilus sp.
Bearded orchids
Orchidaceae Edible: Tuber, Root
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Description
A temperate orchid with edible tubers and roots. Most of the 11 Calochilus species occur in Australia, with Calochilus robertsonii in Tasmania having traditional aboriginal uses.
Edible Uses
The tubers and roots are eaten.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia*,
Notes
There are 11 Calochilus species. Most are in Australia. Calochilus robertsonii in Tasmania has aboriginal uses. Gilfedder, L et al, 2003, The Nature of the Midlands. Midlands Bushweb. PO Box 156 Longford, Tasmania. p 70
References (1)
- Cherikoff V. & Isaacs, J., The Bush Food Handbook. How to gather, grow, process and cook Australian Wild Foods. Ti Tree Press, Australia p 194
