General Erect perennial herb, growing up to 1 m. The stems
arise from a large turnip-shaped root. Leaves trifoliolate, covered in
silky hairs, normally developing after flowering. Inflorescences terminal
in shades of pink to deep purple-blue. It is particularly common in the
central parts of Zimbabwe, occurring in Brachystegia woodland, wooded
grassland and submontane grassland.
Plant parts with insect-controlling properties root tubers
Mode of action toxic
Target organisms a range of stored product insects
Preparation and application The tubers are pounded to a rough powder, allowed
to dry and admixed with stored grain.