Dark hyacinth orchid
Dipodium pulchellum
Family: Orchidaceae
What it is like
An orchid. The roots are thick and fleshy. It does not have leaves. The flowering stalk is 30-90 cm long.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Tasmania
How it is used for food
The fleshy, starchy, thick roots are eaten.
Edible parts
Roots