Dioscorea schubertiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schubertiae
ID:
395769
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ayala
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 55: 296 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395101
Common Names
- Dioscorea schubertiae
- Schubert's Yam
- Schubertiae Yam
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dioscorea schubertiae (also called Schubert's yam, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and South America, ranging from Mexico to Argentina. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, and is often found near streams. It has small, white flowers and large, heart-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Dioscorea schubertiae is used as a food source and has medicinal properties. It is also used as a traditional remedy for stomach ailments, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dioscorea schubertiae is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dioscorea schubertiae is a tropical plant native to the African continent. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Division should be done in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Dioscorea schubertiae
Dioscorea schubertiae is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.
Dioscorea schubertiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dioscorea schubertiae?
Dioscorea schubertiae
What is the common name of Dioscorea schubertiae?
Schubertiae Dioscorea
Where is Dioscorea schubertiae found?
Dioscorea schubertiae is found in the Amazon rainforest in 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-240893: Based on the initial data import
Franklin Ayala (d.1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ayala' in the authors string.