Pterostylis hildae
Nicholls
Rainforest greenhood
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Summary
Source: WikipediaPterostylis hildae, commonly known as rainforest greenhood, is a species of orchid found in eastern Australia. It has a rosette of leaves and when flowering a rosette at the base of a flowering stem with a single green, white and brown flower. It is found in wet forests, including rainforest in New South Wales and Queensland.
Description
An orchid in the Orchidaceae family native to tropical regions. The plant produces tubers and roots that are edible.
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Edible Uses
The tubers and roots are eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical 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 70
