Satyrium buchananii
Family: Orchidaceae
What it is like
An orchid that grows in the soil. It is a herb that grows 30-70 cm high. The tubers are 2-4 cm long by 1-2 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in wet mountain grassland between 1,300-2,300 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Angola, Central Africa, Congo, East Africa, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Tuber, root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Iringe, Kikanda, Ligosi, Sunsalapai
Synonyms
Satyrium kassnerianum Kraenzl.; Satyrium longissimum Rolfe; Satyrium nyassense Kraenzl.; Satyrium stolzianum Kraenzl.;