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