Dioscorea polystachya

Dioscorea polystachya

Native to:
China | Korea | Kuril Is. | Russia | Taiwan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Dioscoreaceae
Genus:
Dioscorea
Species:
Dioscorea polystachya

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Vine
Height:
600 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
greenish-white

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy.

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