Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
chancayensis
ID:
390462

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 28: 81 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389794

Common Names

  • Chancay Yam
  • Chancay Wild Yam
  • Chancay Dioscorea

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Description

Dioscorea chancayensis (also called Chancay Yam, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing vine native to Peru. It typically grows to a height of 10–15 m (33–49 ft) and has a twining growth habit. Its leaves are heart-shaped and its flowers are small and yellow. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea chancayensis is used as a medicinal plant and as a food source. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dioscorea chancayensis is white with six petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea chancayensis can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It is a vigorous climber and will need to be supported. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Dioscorea chancayensis

Dioscorea chancayensis is native to Peru. It can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of the world.

Dioscorea chancayensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea chancayensis?

Dioscorea chancayensis

What is the common name of Dioscorea chancayensis?

Chancay yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea chancayensis?

Tropical rainforests

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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