Dioscorea villosa - Wikipedia
Dioscorea villosa is a species of twining tuberous vine which is native to eastern North America. It is commonly known as wild yam, colic root, rheumatism root, devil's bones, and fourleaf yam. [4] . It is common and widespread in a range stretching from Texas and Florida north to Minnesota, Ontario and Massachusetts. [3][5][6][7][8]
How to Grow Wild (Yam Dioscorea villosa, Colic root, Yam-root)
Wild yam is a non-edible plant grown primarily for medicinal purposes, boasting green foliage and a root that resembles traditional yams. It thrives in planting zones five through nine and prefers nutrient-rich, well-draining soil with partial sunlight.
Wild Yam Benefits, Uses, Supplements, Dosage and Side Effects - Dr. Axe
2024年12月5日 · Wild yam, or Dioscorea villosa, has many purported uses and benefits, but insufficient scientific data exists for some of them, such as menopause relief and hormonal balance. However, wild yam benefits are believed to include the ability to potentially help regulate blood sugar levels, improve cholesterol and reduce photoaging.
Wild yam: Benefits, evidence, safety, and side effects - Medical News Today
2023年7月21日 · Wild yam is a plant that people have used for centuries in alternative medicine. There are various other names for wild yam, such as colic root, devil’s bones, rheumatism root, or China root....
WILD YAM - Uses, Side Effects, and More - WebMD
Wild yam is a plant that has been promoted as natural DHEA because it contains diosgenin, which can be used in the lab to create estrogen and DHEA. There are over 600 species of wild yams....
What Is Wild Yam Good For? 10 Health Benefits & Side Effects - MedicineNet
Wild yam (Dioscorea villosa), is a plant that belongs to the family Dioscoreaceae. It is also called Colic, China or rheumatism root, American yam, and barbasco. Wild yam is a vine native to North America, Latin America (particularly Mexico), and parts of Asia.
Dioscorea villosa Wild Yam | Prairie Moon Nursery
Wild Yam is a perennial, climbing vine that, with a trellis or other support, will reach heights of 15 ft. In May, the vine will have nondescript clusters of small, greenish-yellow flowers. From this tiny flower, though, large seeds will develop by early Fall.
Cultivation of American Wild Yam - United Plant Savers
2011年5月3日 · American wild yam (Dioscorea villosa or D. quaternata) is native to the Central and Eastern United States, from Minnesota south to Texas and across to the Atlantic States, excluding the states of northern New England.
Wild yam (Dioscorea villosa) - Identify that Plant
2013年5月1日 · The Wild yam (Dioscorea villosa) vine can grow to be 15 feet long during a single season. This plant can be found throughout the middle and eastern portions of North America. The leaves are ovate or cordate in shape, with clear veins and entire margins. The lower sets of leaves grow in whorls from the stem.
Wild Yam Root: Health Claims, Side Effects, and Usage
2020年4月15日 · Wild yam (Dioscorea villosa L.) is a vine that’s native to North America. It’s also known by several other names, including colic root, American yam, fourleaf yam, and devil’s bones (1, 2).