Dioscorea bosseri - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bosseri
ID:
794693
Status:
valid
Authors:
Haigh & Wilkin
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 60: 276 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794026
Common Names
- Dioscorea bosseri
- Bosser's Dioscorea
- Brazilian Dioscorea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dioscorea bosseri (also called Bosser's Yam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Dioscoreaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is a perennial herbaceous plant, typically growing to a height of 0.3–0.5 m (1–2 ft). It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dioscorea bosseri is a popular ornamental plant, often used in terrariums and dish gardens. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dioscorea bosseri is a small white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dieffenbachia fosteri is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be kept moist. Propagation can be done through division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings.
Where to Find Dioscorea bosseri
Dioscorea bosseri is native to Africa and can be found in the tropical rainforest.
Dioscorea bosseri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dioscorea bosseri?
Dioscorea bosseri
What is the common name of Dioscorea bosseri?
Bosseri Dioscorea
What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea bosseri?
It is found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-332592: Based on the initial data import
Paul Wilkin (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilkin' in the authors string.
Anna Haigh (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haigh' in the authors string.