Onion-Leaf Orchis (Microtis unifolia)

Family: Orchidaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Microtis unifolia is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower from October to January. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Root. No more details are given. — No more details are given.

Habitat & North American Range

Open places such as on banks and in poor pastures in North, South, Stewart and Chatham Islands. (Zone 8)