Dioscorea cayenensis subsp. rotundata
Dioscorea cayennensis subsp. rotundata, commonly known as white yam, is a vital tuberous plant central to West African agriculture and traditional medicine. Renowned for its nutritional density, it is utilized in folk remedies to manage inflammation, support digestive health, and enhance overall vitality through its diverse bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Dioscorea cayenensis subsp. rotundata
- Family: Dioscoreaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Dioscoreales, it is a member of the family Dioscoreaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Dioscorea as the subspecies Dioscorea cayenensis subsp. rotundata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dioscoreales | WCVP |
| Family | Dioscoreaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dioscorea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Dioscorea cayenensis subsp. rotundata, is primarily distributed across the West Tropical Africa region. Specifically, its presence can be documented within the borders of Benin. It also grows naturally throughout the territory of Burkina. Furthermore, the species is found in the coastal and inland areas of Gambia. Finally, its geographical range extends into Guinea-Bissau.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |