helloplants.org

Jug orchid
Pterostylis recurva

Family: Orchidaceae


What it is like

An orchid. It is a small herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It forms tubers. It grows 30-60 cm high. The flowers are green and white.

There are about 150 Pterostylis species. They are mostly in the Australia and Pacific area.


Where it is found

It grows in warm temperate places. It grows on sands, clays and gravels.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin)


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Tubers, root


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms