Nervilia bicarinata

(Blume) Schltr.

Orchidaceae Edible: Tubers, Root 83 iNaturalist observations

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Description

An orchid. It is an erect herb growing in soil. It grows 17-75 cm tall. The flowers are evenly spaced along the stalk. They are greenish yellow with dark red veins. The leaves appear after flowering. They are held well above ground and lying flat to the ground level. The are large and 22.5 cm long by 26.5 cm wide. They are heart shaped at the base. There are 1-2 tubers that are 1-3 cm long by 1-5 cm wide. They are a flattened round shape.

Edible Uses

The tubers and roots are eaten.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant. It grows in forests often near rivers.

Where It Grows

Africa, Benin, Madagascar, South Africa, Southern Africa, West Africa,

Synonyms

Pogonia bicarinata Blumeand others

Also Known As

Yinpaye

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