Dendrobium cucullatum

R. Br. ex Lindl.

Orchidaceae Edible: Stem, flower

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Description

A subtropical orchid sold in local markets, found growing as an epiphyte or terrestrial plant. It is distinguished by its distinctive orchid flowers and edible stem and flower parts.

Edible Uses

The stem and flowers are used as a tea substitute.

Traditional Uses

The stem is used as a tea substitute.

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Distribution

It is a subtropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, China,

Other Information

It is sold in local markets.

Also Known As

Huang cao, Luan nan gai, Me dao lu

References (1)

Cao, Y., et al, 2020, Ethnobotanical study on wild edible plants used by three trans-boundary ethnic groups in Jiangcheng County, Pu’er, Southwest China. Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine (2020) 16:66