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Gastrodia cunninghamii, known as the Chatham Island orchid, is a perennial plant native to the Chatham Islands, New Zealand's North and South Islands, and Vanuatu. Gastrodia cunninghamii (Latin: Gastrodia cunninghamii, family Orchidaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Gastrodia cunninghamii is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Gastrodia cunninghamii is a member of the Orchidaceae family native to CTM, NZN, NZS, and VAN. Gastrodia cunninghamii thrives in partial sun to full shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Gastrodia cunninghamii grows best in partial sun/shade, full shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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