Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
quinquefolia
ID:
1416698

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Raz

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 258: 37 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429163

Common Names

  • Dioscorea quinquefolia
  • Fiveleaf Dioscorea
  • Fiveleaf Yam

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Description

Dioscorea quinquefolia (also called Fiveleaf Yam, among many other common names) is a species of yam found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small, perennial vine, growing up to 4 m in length, with long, climbing stems and heart-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, and is often found in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dioscorea quinquefolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dioscorea quinquefolia has small white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioscorea quinquefolia is a yam native to tropical regions of the Americas. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the root system. For cultivation, it should be grown in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. It should be kept moist but not wet, and fertilized regularly. It is also important to provide adequate air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.

Where to Find Dioscorea quinquefolia

Dioscorea quinquefolia is native to South America and can be found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams.

Dioscorea quinquefolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioscorea quinquefolia?

Dioscorea quinquefolia

What is the common name of Dioscorea quinquefolia?

Five-leaved yam

What is the natural habitat of Dioscorea quinquefolia?

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,

References

IPNI record: 77154765-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001429352
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Lauren Raz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raz' in the authors string.