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African bitter yam

Dioscorea dumetorum

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About

The African bitter yam (Dioscorea dumetorum) is a species in the genus Dioscorea. This species inhabits Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes, found across Guinea.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Found in Guinea.

🇬🇳 Guinea

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Dioscoreales (Yamswurzelartige)

Species

Dioscorea dumetorum (African bitter yam)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish ñame de tres hojas

French igname sauvage

Portuguese inhame-bravo

Similar Species in Dioscorea

chinesische Yamswurzel

Dioscorea polystachya

Dioscorea elephantipes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African bitter yam?

The scientific name of African bitter yam is Dioscorea dumetorum. It belongs to the genus Dioscorea.

Where does African bitter yam live?

African bitter yam is found in Found in Guinea.. Countries include Guinea.

What family does African bitter yam belong to?

African bitter yam (Dioscorea dumetorum) belongs to the genus Dioscorea, which is part of the taxonomic family Dioscoreaceae.

What kingdom does African bitter yam belong to?

African bitter yam (Dioscorea dumetorum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of African bitter yam?

The closest relatives of African bitter yam in the genus Dioscorea include Brotwurzel, chinesischer Yam, chinesische Yamswurzel, echte Schmerwurz, Elefantenfuß.