Thelymitra megacalyptra
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Scented sun orchid
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Summary
Source: WikipediaThelymitra megacalyptra, known as Thelymitra megcalyptra in Australia, and commonly known as plains sun orchid, is a species of orchid that is endemic to eastern Australia. It has a single erect, fleshy leaf and up to fifteen blue to purplish, sometimes lilac, pink or white flowers with white tufts on top of the anther.
Description
An orchid in the Orchidaceae family found in temperate regions. The roots and tubers are the edible portion.
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Edible Uses
The roots and tubers 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 81
