Chinese yam, 淮山, 山藥

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Title

Chinese yam, 淮山, 山藥

Description

Chinese yam is the underground stem of the plant.

Relation

Format

slightly yellow colour, smooth surface

Type

Food

Identifier

chineseyam

Food Item Type Metadata

Biological origin

Plant

Scientific name

Dioscorea polystachya

Preparation method

Food nature

Medicinal properties

strengthen spleen, strengthen stomache, treat fatigue, enhance appetite

Geographic origin

China

Conservation status

WWF Seafood Guide category

Collection

Citation

“Chinese yam, 淮山, 山藥,” CCCH9051 Group 30, accessed October 4, 2024, https://learning.hku.hk/ccch9051/group-30/items/show/37.

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