Disa aconitoides subsp. aconitoides leaves

Disa aconitoides subsp. aconitoides grows from five to ten leaves that spiral and overlap upon the stem. They reduce in size higher up and sheathe the stem. This species does not often grow separate leafy shoots that don’t flower.

The basal leaves may be longest upon a plant, or all the leaves may be of similar size. The leaves are lance-shaped, varying somewhat in width, tapering to their tips that are sometimes acutely pointed, sometimes less so and slightly rounded.

The plant in the photo enjoys full sun in its busy, diverse grassland home (Liltved and Johnson, 2012; Pooley, 1998; iNaturalist; iSpot).