Disa fragrans

Family: Orchidaceae

What it is like

An orchid. It grows 50 cm tall. The flowers are white to pale lilac. The tubers are 2.5 cm long and 1 cm wide.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Tanzania

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Tubers, root

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Disa leucostachys Kraenzl.; and others