Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
holmioidea
ID:
391800

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maury

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 3: 267 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000391132

Common Names

  • Holmioidea Yam
  • Holmioidea Wild Yam
  • Holmioidea Dioscorea

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Description

Dioscorea holmioidea (also called Holm's yam, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and other habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea holmioidea is used as a medicinal plant and also as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dioscorea holmioidea is a small, yellow-greenish, bell-shaped flower. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin, long, and have small, dark-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea holmioidea is a perennial vine that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer. Prune the vine in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Dioscorea holmioidea

Dioscorea holmioidea is native to India and can be found in the states of Assam, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh.

Dioscorea holmioidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea holmioidea?

Dioscorea holmioidea

What is the common name of Dioscorea holmioidea?

African Yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea holmioidea?

Dry forests and woodlands

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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