Wild yam is a woody vine plant of the Moraceae family, known for its properties of clearing heat and dampness, promoting blood circulation, removing toxins, and reducing swelling. So what is the nutritional value of wild yam?
【Tips for Growing Wild Yam】
Wild yam has the characteristics of cold resistance, drought resistance, shade tolerance, barren soil tolerance, and water tolerance. It can grow lush even in sandy or rocky crevices where no grass can grow.
Wild yam is harvested when the fruit is mature (June to October), and even if it is more than 20 meters away from the wild yam, its fragrance is still strong and pleasant, hence the name "Fragrance Everywhere".
The cultivation area of wild yam is small, and the yield is low. It mainly comes from natural growth. It has great potential for increasing production. Wild yam can also be grown as a fruit, suitable for intercropping in orchards, making traditional single-season orchards into dual-season orchards.
The reproduction of wild yam is very easy. In actual production, it is often propagated by cuttings. The best period for cutting propagation is from early March to early April when the temperature rises. Cut 1-year-old branches, about 10-15 centimeters long, and any substrate such as fine sand or loam can be used for propagation.
During the seedling stage of wild yam, attention should be paid to watering and weeding. It has strong resistance to adversity and is suitable for extensive management. After planting, there is no need to frequently replace or regularly prune.
【Nutritional Value of Wild Yam】
Wild yam is harvested when the fruit is mature (June to October), and even if it is more than 20 meters away from the wild yam, its fragrance is still strong and pleasant, hence the name "Fragrance Everywhere".
Wild yam has the characteristics of cold resistance, drought resistance, shade tolerance, barren soil tolerance, and water tolerance. It can grow lush even in sandy or rocky crevices where no grass can grow.
The fruit of wild yam is spherical, with a diameter of 1.5-2.5 centimeters. The young fruit is green, and when mature, it turns light red and is fragrant and sweet like honey.
It has high nutritional value, with complete nutritional components and rich trace elements, as well as dietary fiber essential for human health. Dietary fiber can promote intestinal peristalsis and improve the symptoms of indigestion and chronic constipation.
The way to eat wild yam is actually the same as most fruits. You can peel it and eat it directly, or cut it open and scoop out the flesh with a small spoon to eat.
In addition, when we are injured and bleeding in the wild, we can use mashed wild yam to stop the bleeding, especially suitable for the elderly, pregnant women, and long-term bedridden individuals to consume.
