Dioscorea subnigra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subnigra
ID:
1591969
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Knuth
Source:
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 36: 126 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200031797
Common Names
- Dioscorea subnigra
- Subnigra Palm
- Subnigra Cabbage Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dioscorea subnigra (also called black yam, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing vine native to India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. It has large heart-shaped leaves and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dioscorea subnigra is used as a food crop and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make traditional medicines and as a source of fiber for weaving and rope-making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dioscorea subnigra is small and yellow in color. Its seeds are small and round in shape. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dioscorea subnigra is a small vine native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from mature vines and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The vine should be fertilized regularly and pruned to maintain its shape.
Where to Find Dioscorea subnigra
Dioscorea subnigra can be found in the mountains of China.
Dioscorea subnigra FAQ
What is the common name of Dioscorea subnigra?
Subnigra Dioscorea
What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea subnigra?
Tropical and subtropical forests
What is the scientific classification of Dioscorea subnigra?
Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Dioscoreales, Family: Dioscoreaceae, Genus: Dioscorea, Species: D. subnigra
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,