Lip fern
Cheilanthes capensis
Family: Pteridaceae
What it is like
A fern. It grows 23 cm tall. The fronds are closely spaced. They have 2 or 3 divisions of the leaflets.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, South Africa (country/location of origin), Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The leaves are used for tea drinks.
Edible parts
Leaves - tea