Diuris punctata
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Purple donkey orchid
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Summary
Source: WikipediaDiuris punctata, commonly known as the purple donkey orchid is a species of orchid which is endemic to south-eastern continental Australia. It has two grass-like leaves and up to ten purple or mauve flowers, often with darker, sometimes yellow marks. A yellow form from near Guyra is probably now extinct.
Description
A temperate orchid with edible tubers and roots.
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Edible Uses
The tubers and roots are edible.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia,
Synonyms
Diuris dendrobioides Fitz.
References (2)
- Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 39
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
