Chiloglottis platyptera
D. L. Jones
Barrington Tops ant orchid
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Summary
Source: WikipediaChiloglottis platyptera, commonly known as the winged ant orchid or Barrington Tops ant orchid, is a species of orchid endemic to the New England Tableland of New South Wales. It has two broad leaves and a single greenish brown flower with a callus of many glands covering most of the top 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 eaten.
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
