Pterostylis truncata
Fitzg.
Sausage greenhood, Little dumpies
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 tropical regions. The tubers and roots are edible portions.
Wikipedia
Source ↗Pterostylis truncata, commonly known as the brittle greenhood or little dumpies, is a species of orchid endemic to eastern Australia. It is easily distinguished from other greenhood orchids by its short habit and relatively large, "dumpy", green, white and brown flowers. It is widespread and common in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory but is classed as "endangered" in Victoria due to habitat loss as a result of urbanisation.
References (1)
- Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 71
