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Prasophyllum rogersii

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Summer leek-orchid

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Prasophyllum rogersii, commonly known as the Barrington Tops leek orchid, is a species of orchid endemic to New South Wales. It has a single tubular leaf and up to twenty five reddish-brown flowers and only occurs in a few locations at higher altitudes.

Description

A temperate orchid (Orchidaceae) commonly called summer leek-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,

References (1)

  • Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 68

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