Dioscorea (Winter Hardy and Subtropical Yam Root)
|
Dioscorea or Yam Roots are perennial, herbaceous climbers from open woods throughout the northern and southern hemisphere. They make vigorous stems emerging from a large rhizomatous rootstock in early spring and very showy, dense foliage on long vines. Winter hardy species from USDA climate zone 6 to 8 are ideal for any well drained soil at the base of trees or tall shrubs, where some species will wind up their stems up to 8 m in a single year. South American, subtropical, non winter hardy species are usually smaller and make short stems winding on the ground. Cooked and starch rich tubers from several species are used as food in Asia and the Americas, however we do not recommend to use any for human consumption and strictly sell all Dioscorea species as ornamental plants only! Sow seeds flat at a minimum of some 5°C from early spring to early summer in any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. Transplant rhizomes in autumn after foliage has yellowed. All are USDA Climate Zone 6, unless not noted differently. 10 seeds per package, respectively 1 bulbil or 1 rhizome per package. You find more Dioscorea species in this category: Succulent Elephant's Foot Caudex (Dioscorea spp.). |
Articles
|
|
Dioscorea brachybotrya (Papa cimarrona)3 (5)m, Papa Cimarrona is a South American herbaceous perennial with ornamental, dissected, glossy foliage with prominent veins. For any humus rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. In Central Europe this frost resistant member may be tried out in the garden in full sun with protection from winter wetness. Alternatively grow in pots and keep the dormant rootstock completely dry in winter and frostfree at a minimum of some 5°C. USDA Climate Zone 9. VI-VIII. |
| price (plus Shipping Costs) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| seed package 4007 | € 4,99 |
|
|
|
Dioscorea caucasica (Caucasus Yam Root)4 (10)m, Caucasus Yam Root is a herbaceous climber with broad arrow shaped, dark green foliage and clusters of small whitish flowers followed by triangular, light brown, paper like seed capsules in autumn. Native of the Caucasus and rarely seen in cultivation. Very easy and fully winter hardy. USDA Climate Zone 6. The rhizomes are flowering size and have at least 3 vegetation point each. VI-VII. |
| price (plus Shipping Costs) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| seed package2713 | € 2,99* | ||
|
|
Dioscorea villosa (North American Wild Yam)3 (5)m, North American Wild Yam is a herbaceous climber with a perennial, brownish rootstock and narrow heartshaped, glossy, fresh green leaves. It is native of humus rich, slightly moist soils in woods and roadsides in the USA. For any humus rich, well drained, slightly rocky soil in full sun to partial shade. Requires a climbing sail. USDA Climate Zone 6. VI-VII. |
| price (plus Shipping Costs) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| seed package1013 | € 4,99* | ||
Recently Added
Top Sellers
- bank transfer
- giro pay
- sending cash
