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yam

Scientific Name: Dioscorea floribunda

Family: Dioscoreaceae

Category: Monocot

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Yam (Dioscorea spp.)

Yam is a common name applied to several plant species within the genus Dioscorea, belonging to the family Dioscoreaceae. These plants are known for producing edible tubers.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature:

  • Scientific Name: Dioscorea spp.
  • Family: Dioscoreaceae

Distinguishing Yams from Sweet Potatoes

A common source of confusion exists between yams and sweet potatoes. Despite their similar appearance, they are not closely related. Sweet potatoes are not a type of yam, and vice versa. In many instances, what is sold as a "yam" in grocery stores, particularly in North America, is actually a sweet potato.

Distribution and Habitat:

Yams are a staple food crop in many tropical regions around the world.

  • Africa
  • The Caribbean
  • The South Pacific
  • The Americas

Yams are grown as annual or perennial vines.