Yam, tuber
The edible starchy tuber of the yam vine. This term can be used to describe the tuber of unknown species, or species for which a more specific term is not available, including the Chinese yam (Dioscorea polystachya), the aerial yam (Dioscorea bulbifera), and the Indian yam (Dioscorea trifida). To further specify the species and/or cultivar, use the [variety](/schema/Product#variety) field.
- Term type: Crop
- Units: kg
- Scientific name: Dioscorea spp.
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HESTIA Glossary