Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
synandra
ID:
396479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Uline

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. , Nachtr. 1: 86 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395811



Common Names

  • Dioscorea synandra
  • Dioscorea
  • Synandra


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Description

Dioscorea synandra (also called Synandra Yam, among many other common names) is a perennial climber native to tropical Africa. It has heart-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea synandra is a tropical tuberous plant that is native to India. It is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, asthma, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a food source and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Dioscorea synandra are small and greenish-yellow in color. Seed: The seeds of Dioscorea synandra are small and black in color. Seedlings: The seedlings of Dioscorea synandra are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea synandra is a perennial climbing vine that can be propagated through stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment and should be kept out of direct sunlight. Once the cuttings have taken root, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the garden.

Where to Find Dioscorea synandra

Dioscorea synandra is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Dioscorea synandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea synandra?

Dioscorea synandra

What is the common name of Dioscorea synandra?

Climbing Yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea synandra?

It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

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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