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Chiloglottis diphylla

R. Br.

Common ant orchid

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Chiloglottis diphylla, commonly known as common wasp orchid, is a species of orchid endemic to Australia. It has two broad leaves and a single narrow, greenish brown to reddish flower with a black, insect-like callus covering the upper surface of the labellum.

Description

An orchid in the family Orchidaceae with edible tubers and roots.

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Edible Uses

The tubers and roots are edible.

Where It Grows

Australia,

References (1)

  • Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 24

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