Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
nummularia
ID:
393584

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 3: 231 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392916



Common Names

  • Dioscorea nummularia
  • Coin Yam
  • Round Yam


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Description

Dioscorea nummularia (also called Nummular Yam, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to tropical Africa and Asia. It has long, thin stems with alternate, heart-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea nummularia is used as a food source, as an ornamental plant in gardens, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dioscorea nummularia 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 nummularia 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 nummularia

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

Dioscorea nummularia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea nummularia?

Dioscorea nummularia

What is the common name of Dioscorea nummularia?

Coin Yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea nummularia?

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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