Dioscorea preussii subsp. hylophila
Family: Dioscoreaceae
What it is like
A yam. The stems have a dense covering.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Malawi, Mozambique, Southern Africa, Tanzania, Zambia
How it is used for food
The tuber is eaten but may need processing.
Edible parts
Tuber, root, caution
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Etia, Itia
Synonyms
Dioscorea hylophila Harms;