Wild Yam (Dioscorea villosa) | View Observations
Dioscorea villosa is a species of a twining tuberous vine that is native to eastern North America. It is common and widespread in a range stretching from Texas and Florida north to Minnesota, Ontario and Massachusetts. It is currently on the United Plant Savers "At Risk" list. UpS is an organization concerned with the preservation of endangered medicinal plants on the territory of North America.
Other Names: 长柔毛薯蓣, 長柔毛薯蕷, Dioscorée Velue, Igname Velue, Ñame Silvestre, Bandja
