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Dioscorea auriculata

Family: Dioscoreaceae


What it is like

A climbing yam plant. The leaves are heart shaped. The leaves are 6-10 cm long.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Chile (country/location of origin), South America


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Roots, tubers


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Name

Synonyms

Dioscorea acutifolia Phil.; Dioscorea helicifolia Kunth.;