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Dioscorea polystachya, Dioscorea batatas, Chinese Yam, Cinnamon-vine Click to see full-size image


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 Dioscorea polystachya, Dioscorea batatas
Family: Dioscoreaceae
Chinese Yam, Cinnamon-vine
Origin: Eastern Asia
Vine or creeperFull sunRegular waterModerate waterYellow/orange flowersFragrantEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.EdibleSubtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Dioscorea polystachya vines typically grow 3–5 meters long, but can be longer. Stems often are a dark burgundy which contrast and underscore the attractiveness of Dioscorea polystachya leaves.In the leaf axils appear warty rounded bulbils under 2 centimeters long. The flowers are cinnamon-scented.


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Dioscorea polystachya, Dioscorea batatas, Chinese Yam, Cinnamon-vine Click to see full-size image
Dioscorea polystachya, Dioscorea batatas, Chinese Yam, Cinnamon-vine Click to see full-size image
Dioscorea polystachya, Dioscorea batatas, Chinese Yam, Cinnamon-vine Click to see full-size image
Dioscorea polystachya, Dioscorea batatas, Chinese Yam, Cinnamon-vine Click to see full-size image


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