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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


How it is grown


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