PatternBaseYellow yam
Dioscorea cayenensis, Dioscoreaceae
Zones
10–12
Layer
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
ProducerTrellisGround Cover
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (preferred)
Water
High (established)High (seedling)
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Monkey Ladder VineEntada gigas
Both vigorous climbing vines compete for light and support structures when grown together
Mexican Wild YamDioscorea mexicanaBoth are vigorous climbing yams that compete for vertical support structures and underground tuber space
Mexican Barbasco YamDioscorea floribundaYam species compete for vertical growing space and underground tuber development area
Uses
Functions
Tuber ProductionVertical Space UtilizationSoil Protection
Edible Parts
TubersYoung Leaves
Medicinal Uses
Digestive AidHormonal Balance
Common Questions
What zones does Yellow yam grow in?
Yellow yam grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.
What are good companion plants for Yellow yam?
Good companions for Yellow yam include Amazon Coral Tree, Soap Pod Wattle, Cohune Palm, Raintree.
Design guilds with Yellow yam and see companion relationships visually.
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