Disa celata
Family: Orchidaceae
What it is like
An orchid. The leafy shoots are 7 cm long and have 1 leaf 10-20 cm long by 0.5-1 cm wide. The flowering shoots are 30-50 cm long with leaves that sheath the stem. The flowers are yellow to orange.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Zambia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Tubers, root