Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
megalantha
ID:
393036

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 323 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392368



Common Names

  • Megalantha Yam
  • Dioscorea megalantha


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Synonyms

  • Dioscorea megalantha typica Griseb.emend.Hauman [unknown]

Description

Dioscorea megalantha (also called giant yam, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing vine native to East Asia. It has long, slender stems with heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea megalantha is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as a food source and for its fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dioscorea megalantha has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea megalantha is a tropical plant that is native to the Philippines. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers a warm, moist environment and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach up to 3 feet in height.

Where to Find Dioscorea megalantha

Dioscorea megalantha can be found in the mountains of Yunnan, China.

Dioscorea megalantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea megalantha?

Dioscorea megalantha

What is the common name of Dioscorea megalantha?

Giant Yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea megalantha?

Tropical moist forests

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-240472: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.