It is a tuberous perennial vine that can grow to 11 feet or more and has long-stalked, glossy green heart-shaped leaves. It occasionally flowers in small axillary clusters. The elongated tuber …

Yams are perennial herbaceous vines native to Africa, Asia, and the Americas and cultivated for the consumption of their starchy tubers in many temperate and tropical regions. The tubers …

Dioscorea polystachya or Chinese yam (simplified Chinese: 山药; traditional Chinese: 山藥), also called cinnamon-vine, [2] is a species of flowering plant in the yam family. It is sometimes …

Nov 24, 2023 · How to Grow Vines from the Dioscorea Plant Genus, such as Cinnamon vine and the True yams. Gardener's HQ Growing Guides.

Dioscorea villosa is a species of twining tuberous vine which is native to eastern North America. It is commonly known as wild yam, colic root, rheumatism root, devil's bones, and fourleaf yam. …

Jan 12, 2023 · Yam, scientifically known as Dioscorea, is a genus of over 600 herbaceous vines found throughout the tropical and subtropical regions of both hemispheres. Yams belong to the …

Jun 5, 2019 · Yams are one of the best survival crops in the world. There are multiple varieties, from the Lisbon yam to the yellow yam, the potato yam to the purple yam. They are all in the …

Jul 18, 2023 · You’ll find that winged yam plants make a beautiful addition to the garden. Their climbing vines support charming, heart-shaped leaves. And, if you’re lucky, you may get some …

Yams are a vigorous herbaceous vine that will climb on anything – some vines grow up to 8 inches in a day! The tubers can grow huge – up to 6 feet and 150 pounds, but most are more …

Feb 27, 2025 · Embarking on the yam-growing journey requires knowledge of the right varieties, soil preparation, and timing. I’ll guide you through these essentials for a successful start. When …