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Chinese Yam

Dioscorea batatas, Dioscoreaceae

Zones
4–8
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Growing Conditions

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Okinawa SpinachGynura crepioides
Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

ZucchiniCucurbita pepo

Chinese yam's vigorous climbing vines can overwhelm and shade out squash plants when grown together

Common Questions

What zones does Chinese Yam grow in?

Chinese Yam grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Chinese Yam?

Good companions for Chinese Yam include Okinawa Spinach.

Design guilds with Chinese Yam and see companion relationships visually.

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