Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
irodensis
ID:
1303021

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wilkin, Rajaonah & Randriamb.

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 72(1)-15: 2 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315475



Common Names

  • Dioscorea irodensis
  • Irodensis Dioscorea
  • Irodensis Dioscorea Plant


Searching for Dioscorea irodensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Dioscorea irodensis (also called 'Irodensis Yam', among many other common names) is a species of perennial vine native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It has a slender stem and grows up to 10 meters in height. Its leaves are simple and its flowers are yellowish-white. It is found in tropical forests, swamps, and along rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea irodensis is used as a food source and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a natural dye and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dioscorea irodensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a yellow stigma. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

Searching for Dioscorea irodensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea irodensis is a tuberous perennial that can be propagated from tubers. To propagate, take a tuber and plant it in a pot filled with moist soil. Place the pot in a warm, bright location and keep the soil moist. The tuber should sprout in a few weeks.

Where to Find Dioscorea irodensis

Dioscorea irodensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the rainforests of the east coast.

Dioscorea irodensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea irodensis?

Dioscorea irodensis

What are the common names of Dioscorea irodensis?

Common names of Dioscorea irodensis include wild yam and African yam.

Where is Dioscorea irodensis found?

Dioscorea irodensis is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

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

Paul Wilkin (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilkin' in the authors string.
Tianjanahary Randriamboavonjy: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Randriamb.' in the authors string.
Mamy Tiana Rajaonah: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rajaonah' in the authors string.