Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ahipa
ID:
179127

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wedd.) Parodi

Source:
ildis

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Anales Acad. Nac. Agron. Veterin. Buenos Aires1: 137 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178456

Common Names

  • Yam Bean
  • Jicama
  • Ahipa

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Synonyms

  • Dolichos ahipa Wedd. [valid]
  • Pachyrhizus ahipa violacea Parodi [valid]
  • Pachyrhizus ahipa albiflora Parodi [valid]

Description

Pachyrhizus ahipa (also called Ahipa Pachyrhizus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Americas. It has yellow flowers and pinnate leaves with up to 11 leaflets. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pachyrhizus ahipa is used as a food crop and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Pachyrhizus ahipa is yellow with 5 petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachyrhizus ahipa is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Pachyrhizus ahipa

Pachyrhizus ahipa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Pachyrhizus ahipa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachyrhizus ahipa?

Pachyrhizus ahipa

What are the common names of Pachyrhizus ahipa?

Ahipa yam and ahipa

What is the natural habitat of Pachyrhizus ahipa?

Pachyrhizus ahipa is found in wetland areas, along streams, and in disturbed areas

Species in the Fabaceae family