Satyrium aethiopicum
Summerh.
Aziburt
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Description
A tropical orchid with edible tubers and roots. It is one of approximately 100 Satyrium species native to tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The tubers are eaten raw, especially by children.
Traditional Uses
The tubers are eaten raw.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia,
Other Information
They are eaten especially by children.
Notes
There are about 100 Satyrium species.
Also Known As
Aziburt
References (2)
- Addis, G., et al, 2005, Ethnobotanical Study of Edible Wild Plants in Some Selected Districts of Ethiopia. Human Ecology, Vol. 33, No. 1, pp. 83-118
- Lulekal, E., et al, 2011, Wild edible plants in Ethiopia: a review on their potential to combat food insecurity. Afrika Focus - Vol. 24, No 2. pp 71-121
