Burchardia congesta

Lindl.

Milkmaids

ColchicaceaeRoots
Burchardia congesta
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What to Eat

Edible parts: Roots

The roots are eaten.

Where to Find It

It is a warm temperate plant.

Australia*,

Countries: Australia

How to Identify

A lily herb from warm temperate regions with roots approximately 5 mm thick.

Wikipedia

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Burchardia congesta is a perennial herb in the family Colchicaceae, and is native to Western Australia.

References (1)
  • Plants and People in Mooro Country. Nyungar Plant use in Yellagonga Regional Park

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