Eulophia horsfallii
(Bateman) Summerh.
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Description
An orchid. It is a herb that grows in soil. It grows 2 m tall. The flowering shoots are erect with 5-50 loosely arranged flowers. The flowers are purple to white. The rhizomes are fleshy and with 4-6 tubers 2-3 cm across.
Edible Uses
The tubers and roots are edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in swampy places.
Where It Grows
Africa, Benin, Botswana, South Africa, Southern Africa, West Africa,
Synonyms
Lissochilus horsfallii Batemanand many others
References (1)
- Assede, E. S. P.,et al, 2017, Folk perceptions and patterns of use of orchid species in Benin, West Africa. Flora et Vegetatio Sudano-Sambesica 20, 26-36
