Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
tacanensis
ID:
396497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Lloydia 2: 78 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395829



Common Names

  • Tacan Yam
  • Dioscorea Tacanensis
  • Tacan Wild Yam


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Description

Dioscorea tacanensis (also called Tacana yam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the yam family Dioscoreaceae. It is native to the Andes in Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia. It is found in moist montane forests, cloud forests, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea tacanensis is a tropical tuberous plant that is native to Mexico. 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 tacanensis are small and greenish-yellow in color. Seed: The seeds of Dioscorea tacanensis are small and black in color. Seedlings: The seedlings of Dioscorea tacanensis are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea tacanensis 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 tacanensis

Dioscorea tacanensis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Dioscorea tacanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea tacanensis?

Dioscorea tacanensis

What is the common name of Dioscorea tacanensis?

Tacana Yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea tacanensis?

It is native to Mexico 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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