Satyrium crassicaule

Family: Orchidaceae

What it is like

An orchid. It is a stout herb 1 m tall. The stem has 8-13 leaves along it. The largest near the stem base is 40 cm long by 6 cm wide. The flowering shoot is 30 cm long by 3.5 cm wide. There are many flowers. The flowers are pale pink.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Tanzania

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Tubers, roots

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Satyrium kirkii Rolfe; and others