Kalahari truffle
Kalaharituber pfeilii
Family: Terfeziaceae
What it is like
A truffle. Mushroom. It can be 20 cm across. The skin is brown.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The truffle is baked and eaten. They can also be boiled with onions.
Edible parts
Truffle
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Terfezia pfeilii;