Dioscoreaceae
Yam Family
Key Features
Climbing vines with heart-shaped leaves, underground tubers or rhizomes
Common Compounds
Steroidal saponins (diosgenin), alkaloids, starch, calcium oxalate
Traditional Uses
Women's health, hormonal support, anti-inflammatory action
Plants in this Family
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