Dioscorea trinervia
Family: Dioscoreaceae
What it is like
A yam. It is a creeping vine. The leaves are alternate and opposite. The tubers are cylinder shaped.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The tuber is cooked and eaten.
Edible parts
Tuber, root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Jun se-pi, Reucheu, Thassap