Dioscorea javariensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
javariensis
ID:
392129
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ayala
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Diosc. Peru : 33 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000391461
Common Names
- Dioscorea javariensis
- Javari Yam
- Amazonian Yam
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Dioscorea javariensis (also called Javari yam, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South East Asia. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and other habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dioscorea javariensis has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used to reduce inflammation and to treat skin conditions. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dioscorea javariensis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are thin and fragile.
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Dioscorea javariensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Dioscorea javariensis
Dioscorea javariensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Dioscorea javariensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dioscorea javariensis?
Dioscorea javariensis
What is the growth habit of Dioscorea javariensis?
Dioscorea javariensis is a perennial vine with a twining growth habit.
What is the flowering period of Dioscorea javariensis?
The flowering period of Dioscorea javariensis is from June to August.
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-240321: Based on the initial data import
Franklin Ayala (d.1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ayala' in the authors string.