Dioscorea soso is a vigorous climbing vine from tropical Africa, cultivated for its edible tubers and medicinal properties.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers loamy or sandy loam.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is between 20-30 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
In very hot climates, some afternoon shade can be beneficial.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering during cooler periods or if plant shows signs of dormancy.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers loamy or sandy loam.
Ideal growing temperature is between 20-30 °C.
Protect from frost; it is not cold-hardy.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Supplement with compost or well-rotted manure.
Plant Type
Vine
Plant Category
Vegetable, Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
5-15 m
Spread
2-5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None in tropical climates, may go dormant in cooler regions
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple, alternate, cordate
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
