Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
trachycarpa
ID:
396710

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 1: 274 (1816)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396042



Common Names

  • Dioscorea trachycarpa
  • Rough-fruited Yam
  • Rough-fruited Wild Yam


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Description

Dioscorea trachycarpa (also called Rough-fruited Yam, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has heart-shaped leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea trachycarpa is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. It is also used as a food source and as a source of fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dioscorea trachycarpa are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea trachycarpa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Dioscorea trachycarpa

Dioscorea trachycarpa is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, specifically in Bolivia, Colombia, and Peru. It can be found in the understory of the rainforest, in areas with high humidity and plenty of shade.

Dioscorea trachycarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea trachycarpa?

Dioscorea trachycarpa

What are the common names of Dioscorea trachycarpa?

Rough-fruited yam, Rough-fruited yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea trachycarpa?

Dry woodland and scrubland

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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