Wild yam is a versatile plant that can be used for food, medicine, landscaping, and ornamental purposes. It is known for its ability to prevent soil erosion. Let's take a closer look at why this is the case!
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【Distribution】
Domestic distribution:
Wild yam is found in Zhangjiajie, Hunan (Sangzhi), Changde, Hunan, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hunan (Longshan), Nan Zhang, Shiyan, and Yichang in Hubei, Damaoshan in Guangxi, Qianxi County, Qiannan Prefecture, Naying, and Zunyi in Guizhou, Southeast Tibet, Chongqing, Dazhou, Luzhou, Suining, Mianyang, Nanchong, Yibin, Bazhong, Liangshan, Pingshan, Leshan, and Anyue in Sichuan, Gansu, and southern Shaanxi.
International distribution:
Wild yam is also found in Assam in northeastern India, northern Vietnam, and Laos.
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Elevation: 800-2000 meters
Habit: Sun-loving
【The Excellence of Wild Yam in Preventing Soil Erosion】
Wild yam is suitable for landscaping in parks or areas prone to heavy foot traffic, as it can withstand a large number of people walking on it.
The tough and abundant vines of wild yam naturally intertwine and "weave" into a "giant fishing net," which firmly holds loose soil and sand in place. Combined with the dense leaves that provide year-round coverage, it resembles a permanent green carpet. This unique ability to prevent soil erosion is unmatched by other ground cover plants, making it an excellent choice for soil erosion control.
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【Medicinal Value of Wild Yam】
Medicinal parts: Whole plant
Medicinal functions: Relieve rheumatism, promote circulation, and stop excessive vaginal discharge
Medicinal uses: Chronic bronchitis, rheumatic pain, diarrhea, dysentery, mastitis, edema, irregular menstruation, postpartum blood stasis, rectal bleeding, nosebleeds, scrofula, bone fractures, bruises, knife wounds, rabid dog bites, abscesses, pustular acne, snake bites.
