Diuris pedunculata
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Golden moths, Small snake orchid
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Summary
Source: WikipediaDiuris pedunculata, commonly known as the small snake orchid, is a species of orchid which is endemic to New South Wales. It usually has two leaves at its base and one or two yellow and orange flowers with purple markings. It originally occurred in scattered populations between Tenterfield and the Hawkesbury River but because of habitat loss is now only known from the New England Tableland.
Description
Golden moths is a temperate orchid in the family Orchidaceae with underground tubers. It can be grown from seed.
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Edible Uses
The tubers and roots are edible.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia, Tasmania,
Cultivation
It can be grown from seed.
References (1)
- Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 39
