Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
scorpioidea
ID:
395793

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Wright

Source:
wcs

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Anales Acad. Ci. Méd. Habana 8: 74 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395125



Common Names

  • Dioscorea scorpioidea
  • Dioscorea
  • Scorpioidea


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Description

Dioscorea scorpioidea (also called scorpion 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 scorpioidea 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

Dioscorea scorpioidea has yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea scorpioidea is a perennial vine that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained, moist, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C (23°F). Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Dioscorea scorpioidea

Dioscorea scorpioidea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Dioscorea scorpioidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea scorpioidea?

Dioscorea scorpioidea

What is the common name of Dioscorea scorpioidea?

African Yam

What is the native range of Dioscorea scorpioidea?

Africa

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,