Description
Dioscorea gomez-pompae (also called Gómez-Pompae yam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Dioscoreaceae. It is native to South America, where it is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It typically grows in moist, shaded areas, such as tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dioscorea gomez-pompae is used as a food source and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, stomach pain, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dioscorea gomez-pompae has yellow flowers that are clustered together in small bunches. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dioscorea gomez-pompae is a tropical plant native to Madagascar. It is a perennial vine that grows up to 6 feet in length. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is propagated by seed, stem cuttings, or root cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 40°F.