Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
ovalifolia
ID:
393824

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 7: 200 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393156



Common Names

  • Oval-leaved Yam
  • Oval-leaved Yam Tree
  • Oval-leaved Yam Bush


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Description

Dioscorea ovalifolia (also called Oval-Leaf Yam, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a climbing stem with alternate, ovate to heart-shaped leaves and yellowish-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea ovalifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dioscorea ovalifolia is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea ovalifolia is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings or division of the root system.

Where to Find Dioscorea ovalifolia

Dioscorea ovalifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Dioscorea ovalifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea ovalifolia?

Dioscorea ovalifolia

What are the common names of Dioscorea ovalifolia?

Oval-leaved Yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea ovalifolia?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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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