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Pacific yam

Dioscorea nummularia

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found in Laos. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇱🇦 Laos

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (식물)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (피자식물문)

Species

Dioscorea nummularia (Pacific yam)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pacific yam?

The scientific name of Pacific yam is Dioscorea nummularia. It belongs to the genus Dioscorea.

What is the conservation status of Pacific yam?

Pacific yam (Dioscorea nummularia) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Pacific yam live?

Pacific yam is found in Found in Laos. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Laos.

What family does Pacific yam belong to?

Pacific yam (Dioscorea nummularia) belongs to the genus Dioscorea, which is part of the taxonomic family Dioscoreaceae.

What kingdom does Pacific yam belong to?

Pacific yam (Dioscorea nummularia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).

What are the closest relatives of Pacific yam?

The closest relatives of Pacific yam in the genus Dioscorea include Balkan Yam, black-bindweed, Chinese yam, Chinaroot, Black Bryony.