Nervilia bicarinata

Family: Orchidaceae

What it is like

An orchid. It is an erect herb growing in soil. It grows 17-75 cm tall. The flowers are evenly spaced along the stalk. They are greenish yellow with dark red veins. The leaves appear after flowering. They are held well above ground and lying flat to the ground level. The are large and 22.5 cm long by 26.5 cm wide. They are heart shaped at the base. There are 1-2 tubers that are 1-3 cm long by 1-5 cm wide. They are a flattened round shape.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in forests often near rivers.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Benin, Madagascar, South Africa, Southern Africa, West Africa

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Tubers, root

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Yinpaye

Synonyms

Pogonia bicarinata Blume; and others