Cyanastrum johnstonii

Family: Tecophilaeaceae

What it is like

It has a leaf that is erect. The leaf blade is broadly oval. It is heart shaped at the base. There are 17 flowers in a group. They are pale blue.

Also put in the family Cyanastaceae.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It is often on termite mounds. It needs well-drained soil. It is often in light shade and among rocks. It grows between 750-1,530 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Congo DR, East Africa, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Bulb

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Mpula

Synonyms

Cyanastrum hockii De Wild.; Cyanastrum johnstonii var. cuneifolium S. Carter; Cyanastrum verdickii De Wild.;