Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
panamensis
ID:
393909

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 43: 109 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393241



Common Names

  • Panamensis Yam
  • Dioscorea Panamensis
  • Chinese Yam


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Description

Dioscorea panamensis (also called Panama Yam, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is characterized by its ovate leaves and its small white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea panamensis is used as a food crop and for medicinal purposes. It is also used to make rope and as a source of fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dioscorea panamensis are small, greenish-white, and borne in a dense spike. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a long, slender hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea panamensis is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from a mature plant and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Dioscorea panamensis

Dioscorea panamensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Dioscorea panamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea panamensis?

Dioscorea panamensis

What is the family of Dioscorea panamensis?

Dioscoreaceae

What is the native range of Dioscorea panamensis?

Central 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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