Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
brachybotrya
ID:
389983

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Syn. Pl. : 12 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389315



Common Names

  • Brachybotrya Yam
  • Brachybotrya Wild Yam
  • Brachybotrya Climbing Yam


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Description

Dioscorea brachybotrya (also called Short-spiked dioscorea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, where it is found in moist, shaded areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea brachybotrya is used for its edible tubers, which can be cooked and eaten. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dioscorea brachybotrya is a small yellowish-white flower with six petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single stem and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea brachybotrya is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is not very tolerant of wet soils and can be prone to root rot. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and can be divided in early spring.

Where to Find Dioscorea brachybotrya

Dioscorea brachybotrya is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Cameroon, Ethiopia, and Uganda.

Dioscorea brachybotrya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea brachybotrya?

Dioscorea brachybotrya

What is the common name of Dioscorea brachybotrya?

Short-fruited Yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea brachybotrya?

Tropical forests

Species in the Dioscorea genus

Dioscorea abysmophila, Dioscorea abyssinica, Dioscorea acanthogene, Dioscorea acerifolia, Dioscorea acuminata, Dioscorea adenantha, Dioscorea aesculifolia, Dioscorea aguilarii, Dioscorea alata, Dioscorea alatipes, Dioscorea althaeoides, Dioscorea amaranthoides, Dioscorea amazonum, Dioscorea amoena, Dioscorea analalavensis, Dioscorea ancachsensis, Dioscorea andina, Dioscorea andromedusae, Dioscorea anomala, Dioscorea antaly, Dioscorea antucoana, Dioscorea arachidna, Dioscorea araucana, Dioscorea arcuatinervis, Dioscorea argyrogyna, Dioscorea arifolia, Dioscorea aristolochiifolia, Dioscorea asclepiadea, Dioscorea aspera, Dioscorea aspersa, Dioscorea asperula, Dioscorea asteriscus, Dioscorea atrescens, Dioscorea auriculata, Dioscorea bahiensis, Dioscorea balcanica, Dioscorea bancana, Dioscorea banzhuana, Dioscorea bartlettii, Dioscorea basiclavicaulis, Dioscorea baya, Dioscorea beecheyi, Dioscorea belophylla, Dioscorea bemandry, Dioscorea bemarivensis, Dioscorea benthamii, Dioscorea berenicea, Dioscorea bermejensis, Dioscorea bernoulliana, Dioscorea besseriana,

Species in the Dioscoreaceae family

Dioscorea abysmophila, Dioscorea abyssinica, Dioscorea acanthogene, Dioscorea acerifolia, Dioscorea acuminata, Dioscorea adenantha, Dioscorea aesculifolia, Dioscorea aguilarii, Dioscorea alata, Dioscorea alatipes, Dioscorea althaeoides, Dioscorea amaranthoides, Dioscorea amazonum, Dioscorea amoena, Dioscorea analalavensis, Dioscorea ancachsensis, Dioscorea andina, Dioscorea andromedusae, Dioscorea anomala, Dioscorea antaly, Dioscorea antucoana, Dioscorea arachidna, Dioscorea araucana, Dioscorea arcuatinervis, Dioscorea argyrogyna, Dioscorea arifolia, Dioscorea aristolochiifolia, Dioscorea asclepiadea, Dioscorea aspera, Dioscorea aspersa, Dioscorea asperula, Dioscorea asteriscus, Dioscorea atrescens, Dioscorea auriculata, Dioscorea bahiensis, Dioscorea balcanica, Dioscorea bancana, Dioscorea banzhuana, Dioscorea bartlettii, Dioscorea basiclavicaulis, Dioscorea baya, Dioscorea beecheyi, Dioscorea belophylla, Dioscorea bemandry, Dioscorea bemarivensis, Dioscorea benthamii, Dioscorea berenicea, Dioscorea bermejensis, Dioscorea bernoulliana, Dioscorea besseriana,

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