Prasophyllum odoratum
R. S. Rogers
Broad-lipped leek-orchid
OrchidaceaeRoots
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What to Eat
Edible parts: Tubers, Root
The tubers and roots are eaten.
How to Identify
An orchid in the Orchidaceae family found in temperate regions. The plant produces edible tubers and roots.
Wikipedia
Source ↗Prasophyllum odoratum, commonly known as the fragrant leek orchid, Rogers scented leek orchid or sweet leek orchid is a species of orchid endemic to south-eastern Australia. It has a single tubular leaf and up to fifty fragrant green and white flowers with reddish marks.
References (1)
- Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 68
