Psilosiphon erythranthus
Family: Iridaceae
What it is like
A corm or bulb plant. It grows 20-45 cm tall. The corm is 8-16 mm across. There are 3-4 leaves. The lowest 2-3 are longer than the higher ones.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The corm or bulb is cooked as a vegetable and is also stored.
Edible parts
Corm, bulb, root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Lapeirousia erythrantha (Klotzsch ex Klatt) Baker; and several others