Lapeirousia littoralis
Family: Iridaceae
What it is like
A herb. It has a bulb or corm. The corm is bell shaped and 10-14 mm across at the base. The plant is erect and keeps growing from year to year. It grows 35 cm high. There are a few leaves. They are 2-4 mm wide and lightly corrugated. The flowers have a scent. They are yellowish-green. There are some subspecies.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. It grows in deep, well-drained soils. It grows between 50-1,100 m above sea level. It can grow in arid places.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Angola, Botswana, Central Africa, East Africa, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
How it is used for food
The corms or bulbs are roasted and eaten.
They are a valued food.
Edible parts
Bulbs, corms, root