Dioscorea dregeana (South African Wild Yam) Exclusive


Dioscorea dregeana (South African Wild Yam) Exclusive
2 (5)m, South African Wild Yam makes annual vines from a perennial, woody base and showy, heartshaped, glossy leaves. This species if native of Kwa Zulu, Natal. Especially the seeds are used for their antibacterial properties. The storage tubers should not be used as a vegetable, as they are highly poisonous if wrongly prepared. For any rich, well drained soil in full sun and a climbing aid. In winter keep the semi-dormant plants rather dry at a minimum of some 10°C. VI-VIII.

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