Description
Dioscorea ridleyi (also called Ridley's yam, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing vine native to Southeast Asia. It has heart-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Dioscorea ridleyi is used medicinally to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dioscorea ridleyi has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dioscorea ridleyi is a fast-growing perennial vine, native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment, and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a warm, moist environment. Division should be done in spring or summer, and the divided plants should be potted up in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Dioscorea ridleyi
Dioscorea ridleyi is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.