Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
burchellii
ID:
390136

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 27: 1 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389468



Common Names

  • Burchell's Yam
  • Burchell Yam
  • Burchell's Wild Yam


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Description

Dioscorea burchellii (also called Burchell's 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 burchellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dioscorea burchellii is yellow in color and has six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea burchellii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Dioscorea burchellii

Dioscorea burchellii is native to Africa and can be found in the savannas of Kenya and Tanzania.

Dioscorea burchellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea burchellii?

Dioscorea burchellii

What is the common name of Dioscorea burchellii?

Burchell's Wild Yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea burchellii?

Damp woods, thickets, and stream banks

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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