Greater Yam
Dioscorea alata — Unknown
Italiano: Greater Yam
Description
Greater Yam (Dioscorea alata) belongs to the Unknown family and is native to Oceania. It thrives in Woodlands, Coastal areas, Arid regions environments across regions including Australia. Botanically, Greater Yam is greater Yam is a wild edible plant native to Australia. Edible parts: tuberi. Traditional bushfood and foraging plant.. The edible parts include Tubers. With an edibility rating of 7/10, it ranks as a good wild food source. Harvesting is best done during August, July, June, October and September. Nutritionally, Greater Yam stands out for its Vitamin K (30.0mg, 25% DV), Vitamin C (20.0mg, 22% DV) and Vitamin E (1.0mg, 7% DV). It also provides 2.0g protein and 3.0g dietary fiber per 100g serving. In the kitchen, Greater Yam offers a Mild, characteristic wild flavor flavor profile. Roots/tubers washed, peeled and cooked. Common culinary applications include fresh, cooked, preserved. Popular preparations include Greater Yam preparation, Cooked Greater Yam, Greater Yam side dish. For storage, refrigerate fresh parts. Safety note: No significant toxicity. Always verify identification.. Antinutrient content is minimal. Be aware that Verify identification before consumption. Safe lookalike species include Similar edible species in region. Always verify identification with at least three independent botanical sources before consumption.
🌿 Foraging Tips
🍳 Recipe: Greater Yam preparation
This is one of the traditional ways to prepare this wild edible plant. Always ensure proper plant identification before cooking.
Edibility
Harvest Calendar
Nutrition (per 100g)
Culinary Uses: fresh, cooked, preserved Storage: Refrigerate fresh parts
Recipes
- Greater Yam preparation
- Cooked Greater Yam
- Greater Yam side dish
