Kaysa, Romulea
Romulea tempeskyana
Family: Iridaceae
What it is like
A small plant. It grows 2-3 cm long from a short stem. There are 1-5 flowers. The flowers are funnel shaped and yellow and purple. The flower close up on cloudy days and after sunset.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It grows along rocks. It grows in sandy places near the coast.
Countries/locations it is found in
Cyprus, Europe, Mediterranean, Turkey, Türkiye
How it is used for food
The corms are eaten raw after the outer skin is removed.
The corms are eaten especially by children.
Edible parts
Corms, root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Cimencik