Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
sterilis
ID:
794697

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Weber & Wilkin

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 60: 286 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794030



Common Names

  • Dioscorea sterilis
  • Sterile Dioscorea
  • Brazilian Dioscorea


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Description

Dioscorea sterilis (also called False Yam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Dioscoreaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is a perennial herbaceous plant, typically growing to a height of 0.3–0.5 m (1–2 ft). It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea sterilis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in terrariums and dish gardens. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dioscorea sterilis is a small white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea sterilis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-draining, moist soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Dioscorea sterilis

Dioscorea sterilis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the tropical rainforest.

Dioscorea sterilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea sterilis?

Dioscorea sterilis

What is the common name of Dioscorea sterilis?

Sterilis Dioscorea

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea sterilis?

It is found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

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-332596: Based on the initial data import
Paul Wilkin (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilkin' in the authors string.
Odile Weber: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Weber' in the authors string.