Calochilus campestris
R. Br.
Copper beard orchid
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCalochilus campestris, commonly known as the copper beard orchid, is a species of orchid endemic to south-eastern Australia. It has a single fleshy, channelled leaf and up to fifteen pale green and red flowers with a purple "beard".
Description
An orchid in the Orchidaceae family found in warm temperate regions. The tubers and roots are edible portions of this plant.
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Edible Uses
The tubers and roots are eaten.
Distribution
It is a warm temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia,
Synonyms
Calochilus australianus F. Muell.Calochilus cupreus R. S. RogersCalochilus saprophyticus R. S. Rogers
References (2)
- Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 21
- Steenbeeke, Greg as part of the Plants Directory project. List of plant species from northern NSW that may be used as food plants p 14
