Diuris venosa
Rupp
iNaturalist· cc-by-nc
(c) izakschoon, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by izakschoon
iNaturalist· cc-by-nc
(c) Taylor, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC)
iNaturalist· cc-by-nc
(c) Taylor, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC)
Summary
Source: WikipediaDiuris venosa, commonly known as the veined doubletail is a species of orchid which is endemic to New South Wales. It has a few thin, erect leaves and up to four white to lilac-coloured flowers with deep red to purple blotches and lines.
Description
An orchid in the family Orchidaceae with edible tubers and roots, found in temperate regions.
This description is brief — help expand it
Edible Uses
The tubers and roots are eaten.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia,
References (1)
- Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 40
