Dioscorea polystachya
About
Dioscorea polystachya or Chinese yam, also called cinnamon-vine, is a species of flowering plant in the yam family. It is sometimes called Chinese potato or by its Korean name ma. It is also called huaishan in Mandarin and wàaih sāan in Cantonese.
- Family
- Dioscoreaceae
How to use it
Chinese yam has various uses, particularly in culinary and medicinal applications. It is often used in traditional medicine for its health benefits, including digestive support and boosting energy levels. Additionally, it can be grown ornamentally, adding beauty to gardens with its climbing vines and heart-shaped leaves.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
In the kitchen
Chinese yam is not typically eaten raw but is often cooked in various dishes. You can slice it and add it to soups, stir-fries, or even use it in stews. Its texture becomes creamy when cooked, making it a delicious addition to many recipes. However, be cautious as it is not commonly consumed in its raw form.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Dioscorea polystachya
- Slug
- dioscorea-polystachya
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Dioscoreaceae
- Genus
- Dioscorea
- Species
- polystachya
- Wikidata QID
- Q5279593
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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