Florida Yam
Dioscorea floridana
- Native to:
- United States
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Dioscoreaceae
- Genus:
- Dioscorea
- Species:
- Dioscorea floridana
- USDA Symbol:
- DIFL4
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb , Vine
- Height:
- 450 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- may,jun,jul
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow, green
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- small mammals
- Fall Color:
- yellow
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to Florida scrub and sandhill habitats