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A flowering, herbaceous, vine-like plant that can asexually reproduce and store nutrients in tubers is what Dioscorea is. The genus, which whose name honors Greek botanist and physician Pedanius Dioscorides (A.D. 40? - 90) because of the species' medicinal applications, showcases green-yellow flowers, heart-shaped leaves, soft-berried fruits.
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What is the scientific name or taxonomic classification of the poisonous plant Cinnamon vine?
The scientific name of Cinnamon vine is Dioscorea batatas. It belongs to the Dioscoreaceae family within the plant kingdom. This plant is known for its tuberous roots, which can be toxic if ingested in large quantities.
What is the scientific name of cocoyam plant?
The scientific name of cocoyam plant is Xanthosoma sagittifolium.
Where does the plant Dioscorea bulbifera come from?
Dioscorea bulbifera, also known as the air potato, is native to Africa and tropical Asia. It has been introduced to other regions around the world, including the Americas, where it is considered invasive due to its aggressive growth and ability to smother native vegetation.
When was Dioscorea alata created?
Dioscorea alata was created in 1753.
When was Dioscorea orangeana created?
Dioscorea orangeana was created in 2009.
What is the scientific name of white yam?
The scientific name is Dioscorea alata. Of the family Dioscoreaceae.Yam is the common name for the Greater Yam, Asiatic Yam, White Yam, Winged Yam and Water Yam. Sweet potatoes are often called sweet yams, but they are not yams.
What is the scientific name or taxonomic classification of the poisonous plant Chinese yam?
The scientific or taxonomic name would be Dioscorea batatas.
What is the scientific name of ube?
The scientific name of ube is Dioscorea alata.
What is the Latin name of Mexican yam?
The Latin name of Mexican yam is Dioscorea mexicana.
Which group of plants is called amphibians of plant world?
division bryophyta is known as amphibians of plant world of the plant kingdom
What are the uses of lesser yam?
The esser yam is a tropical climbing plant which have the bulb containing starch. It is cultivated for food by the locals. It scientific name is Dioscorea esculenta.
What is the scientific name of yam?
Dioscorea rotundata
