Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
basiclavicaulis
ID:
389883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rizzini & A.Mattos

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Biol. 46: 317 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389215

Common Names

  • Dioscorea basiclavicaulis
  • Chinese Yam
  • Cinnamon Vine

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Description

Dioscorea basiclavicaulis (also called African yam, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has long, tuberous roots and its leaves are alternate and simple. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea basiclavicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dioscorea basiclavicaulis is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea basiclavicaulis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Dioscorea basiclavicaulis

Dioscorea basiclavicaulis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas such as Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Dioscorea basiclavicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea basiclavicaulis?

Dioscorea basiclavicaulis

What is the common name of Dioscorea basiclavicaulis?

Basil-stemmed Yam

What are the uses of Dioscorea basiclavicaulis?

Dioscorea basiclavicaulis is used as a food source and for medicinal purposes.

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-239829: Based on the initial data import
Carlos Toledo Rizzini (1921-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rizzini' in the authors string.
Armando de Mattos (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Mattos' in the authors string.