Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
dumetorum
ID:
391196

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 2(5): 133 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390528



Common Names

  • Dumetorum Yam
  • Dumetorum Wild Yam
  • Dumetorum Dioscorea


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Synonyms

  • Dioscorea triphylla Schimp. ex Kunth [unknown]

Description

Dioscorea dumetorum (also called 'Wild Yam', among many other common names) is a perennial climber with tuberous roots native to India, China and Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea dumetorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dioscorea dumetorum are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea dumetorum is a fast-growing, perennial vine native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept warm and moist until they germinate. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting. Once established, the plant should be watered sparingly and kept in a sunny location.

Where to Find Dioscorea dumetorum

Dioscorea dumetorum is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Dioscorea dumetorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea dumetorum?

Dioscorea dumetorum

What is the common name of Dioscorea dumetorum?

Forked Yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea dumetorum?

Tropical forests and woodlands

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,

References