Dioscorea japonica
Glutinous yam
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The Dioscorea japonica plant species is found in E. Asia - C. and S. Japan. It is a member of the Dioscoreaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Glutinous yam.

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Latin Name:  Dioscorea japonica
Common Name:  Glutinous yam
Family:  Dioscoreaceae
Author:  Thunb.
 
Known Hazards:  Edible species of Dioscorea have opposite leaves whilst poisonous species have alternate leaves[174].
 
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Habitat:  Wooded foothills[58].

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