Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
pantojensis
ID:
393936

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 40: 223 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393268



Common Names

  • Dioscorea pantojensis
  • Pantoje Yam
  • Pantoje Wild Yam


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Description

Dioscorea pantojensis (also called Panto Yam, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial plant that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It has small, yellow-green flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea pantojensis 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 flower of Dioscorea pantojensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea pantojensis is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires regular watering. Fertilize the plant every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Dioscorea pantojensis

Dioscorea pantojensis is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Dioscorea pantojensis FAQ

What are the common uses of Dioscorea pantojensis?

Dioscorea pantojensis is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

What is the ideal growing condition for Dioscorea pantojensis?

Dioscorea pantojensis prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

How do I propagate Dioscorea pantojensis?

Dioscorea pantojensis can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.

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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