Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
sonlaensis
ID:
396042

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 42: 162 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395374



Common Names

  • Chinese Yam
  • Air Potato
  • Cinnamon Vine


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Description

Dioscorea sonlaensis (also called Son La Yam, among many other common names) is a perennial vine species of the Dioscoreaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist forests and grasslands. It has large, ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea sonlaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dioscorea sonlaensis has yellowish-green flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea sonlaensis 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 sonlaensis

Dioscorea sonlaensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Dioscorea sonlaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea sonlaensis?

Dioscorea sonlaensis

What is the common name of Dioscorea sonlaensis?

Son La yam

Where is Dioscorea sonlaensis native to?

East Asia

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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