Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
nuda
ID:
393576

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 43: 351 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392908



Common Names

  • Dioscorea nuda
  • Naked Yam
  • Bare Yam


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Description

Dioscorea nuda (also called naked yam, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous vine native to East Asia. It has large heart-shaped leaves and can grow up to 2 meters in length. It prefers moist and shady habitats, such as forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea nuda 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

The flowers of Dioscorea nuda are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea nuda is a perennial herb that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can survive in temperatures as low as -20°C. It is drought tolerant and can survive in dry conditions. It can also tolerate some salt in the soil.

Where to Find Dioscorea nuda

Dioscorea nuda is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Dioscorea nuda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea nuda?

Dioscorea nuda

What is the common name of Dioscorea nuda?

Naked Yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea nuda?

Woodlands, grasslands, and rocky areas

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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