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Disa hians

Family: Orchidaceae


What it is like

An orchid.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa (country/location of origin), Southern Africa


How it is used for food

The roots are eaten for moisture.

Edible parts

Roots


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Disa lacera Sw.; Herschelia hians (L.f.) A. V. Hall; and others