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pousse en l'air

Dioscorea bulbifera

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The Air yam (Dioscorea bulbifera) is a species in the genus Dioscorea. Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Names in Other Languages

Spanish papa voladora
French pousse en l'air
German Brotwurzel
Portuguese cará-de-árvore

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of pousse en l'air?
The scientific name of pousse en l'air is Dioscorea bulbifera. It belongs to the genus Dioscorea.
Where does pousse en l'air live?
pousse en l'air is found in Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (4 countries), North America (13 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (9 countries), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Brazil, Chad, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Fiji.
What family does pousse en l'air belong to?
pousse en l'air (Dioscorea bulbifera) belongs to the genus Dioscorea, which is part of the taxonomic family Dioscoreaceae.
What kingdom does pousse en l'air belong to?
pousse en l'air (Dioscorea bulbifera) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).
What are the closest relatives of pousse en l'air?
The closest relatives of pousse en l'air in the genus Dioscorea include couche-couche, dioscorée velue, grande igname, herbe aux femmes battues, igname.

Native Range — 35 Countries

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