Common Fringed Lily
Thysanotus tuberosus
Other Names: Fringed violet
Family: Liliaceae
Habitat: Moist heath and woodland, usally amongst dense undergrowths.
References: Baker and Corringham, Low, Robinson
About Common Fringed Lily
An ascending or sprawling herb with stems to 50cm long. Each flower only lasts for a single day.
The tubers taste watery and almost flavourless. Many of the lilies produce tubers, which were roasted by Aboriginies. Most lily tubers (possibly including this one) are also edible raw.
Photo: Darwin Track, Wentworth Falls, Blue Mountains NSW.
See Also
Australian Mammals
Australian Birds
Australian Reptiles
Australian Frogs
Australian Fish
Australian Spiders and Their Faces
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