Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
microura
ID:
393148

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 7: 196 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392480



Common Names

  • Microura Yam
  • Dioscorea microura


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Description

Dioscorea microura (also called Dioscorea microura, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a tall stem with yellow flowers. It grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea microura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dioscorea microura is a yellow-green color and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are short and thick with large leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea microura is a perennial herbaceous vine that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Dioscorea microura

Dioscorea microura is found in tropical Asia, including India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Dioscorea microura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea microura?

Dioscorea microura

What are the common uses of Dioscorea microura?

Dioscorea microura is used as a medicinal plant and as a food source.

What is the native range of Dioscorea microura?

Dioscorea microura is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

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,

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