Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
volkensii
ID:
648827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas , C: 182 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648159



Common Names

  • Volkens' Yam
  • Volkens' Wild Yam
  • Volkens' Dioscorea


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Synonyms

  • Dioscoreophyllum fernandense Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
  • Dioscoreophyllum podandrium Exell [unknown]
  • Dioscoreophyllum tenerum Engl. [unknown]
  • Dioscoreophyllum tenerum fernandense (Hutch. & Dalziel) Troupin [unknown]
  • Dioscoreophyllum volkensii fernandense (Hutch. & Dalziel) Troupin [unknown]

Description

Dioscoreophyllum volkensii (also called Volkens' Dioscoreophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) tall. It has a stout stem and a crown of pinnate leaves up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) long. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscoreophyllum volkensii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dioscoreophyllum volkensii has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers that bloom in spring. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscoreophyllum volkensii is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires little to no pruning. It can be propagated from seeds or by division. Seeds should be sown in moist soil or a rooting medium in the spring or early summer. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Dioscoreophyllum volkensii

Dioscoreophyllum volkensii is native to Tanzania and can be found in the tropical dry forests of the country.

Dioscoreophyllum volkensii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscoreophyllum volkensii?

Dioscoreophyllum volkensii

What is the common name of Dioscoreophyllum volkensii?

Volkens' Dioscoreophyllum

How big does Dioscoreophyllum volkensii grow?

It grows up to 1.5 m tall

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