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Antaly
Dioscorea antaly

Family: Dioscoreaceae


What it is like

A yam.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Madagascar (country/location of origin)


How it is used for food

It is toxic but eaten.

Edible parts

Root, tuber


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Antadina, Antady, Antaly

Synonyms

Dioscorea antaly var. laevis Burkill & H. Perrier;