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Small-flower Yam

Dioscorea minutiflora, Dioscoreaceae

Zones
9–12
Layer
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Four-leaved ice cream beanInga quaternata
Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support
Soap Pod WattleAcacia concinna
Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support
Coastal Beach PeaVigna marina
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Lesser YamDioscorea esculenta

Congeneric yam species exhibit root competition and potential chemical interference in shared growing spaces

Uses

Functions

Tuber ProductionErosion ControlSoil Improvement

Edible Parts

TuberLeaves

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Small-flower Yam grow in?

Small-flower Yam grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Small-flower Yam?

Good companions for Small-flower Yam include Four-leaved ice cream bean, Soap Pod Wattle, Coastal Beach Pea.

Design guilds with Small-flower Yam and see companion relationships visually.

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