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Corybas hispidus

D. L. Jones

Bristly helmet-orchid

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Corybas hispidus, commonly known as the bristly helmet orchid, is a species of orchid endemic to eastern Australia. It is distinguished from other helmet orchids by its autumn to winter flowering period, and by its labellum, which has a bristly-hairy, creamy-white centre and is deeply notched along its top edge.

Description

A terrestrial orchid (family Orchidaceae) with edible tubers.

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Edible Uses

The tubers are edible.

Traditional Uses

The tubers are edible.

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Where It Grows

Australia,

Synonyms

Anzybas montanus (D. L. Jones) D. L. Jones & M. A. Clem.

References (1)

  • Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 28

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