Brown Beak Orchid, Brownbeaks
Lyperanthus suaveolens
Family: Orchidaceae
What it is like
A ground orchid. It grows in loose groups. It has a single leaf. This is narrow and sword shaped. It is 12-20 cm long by 10-12 mm wide. It is erect, stiff and leathery. It is dark green on the outside and whitish within. The flowers stem is 20-45 cm long and wiry. It has 2-8 flowers. The flowers are 2.5-3 cm across. They are greenish-yellow. They have a strong smell.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows in coastal and lowland areas. It grows in open forests and is usually in scattered groups.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin), Tasmania
How it is used for food
The tuber is edible but this would kill the orchid.
Edible parts
Tuber, root