Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
juxtlahuacensis
ID:
392149
Status:
valid
Authors:
(O.Téllez & Dávila) Caddick & Wilkin
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Taxon 51: 112 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000391481
Common Names
- Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis
- Juxtlahuaca Yam
- Juxtlahuaca Wild Yam
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis (also called Juxtlahuaca Yam, among many other common names) is a perennial herb found in Mexico. It has white flowers and its leaves are divided into three leaflets. It is found in grasslands and open forests, and is endemic to Mexico.
Uses & Benefits
Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis is used as a food source and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, coughs, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis is small and yellow, with six petals and a white center. The seed is small and round, with a brown outer coating. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis
Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico.
Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis?
Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis
What is the growth habit of Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis?
Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis is a perennial vine with a twining growth habit.
What is the flowering period of Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis?
The flowering period of Dioscorea juxtlahuacensis is from June to August.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-240324: Based on the initial data import
Paul Wilkin (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilkin' in the authors string.
Lizabeth R. Caddick (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Caddick' in the authors string.
Patricia D. Dávila (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dávila' in the authors string.