Dioscorea deltoidea aka Dioscorea

Taxonomy

Common names

Dioscorea, Elephant's Foot, Medicinal Yam

How to care for Dioscorea

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Dioscorea prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

Region of origin

Dioscorea’s native range is E. Asia - Himalayas from Kashmir and Punjab eastwards to Nepal and China.


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