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YAM

Latin Name: Dioscorea rotunda
Other Comercial Names: Yam, Ñame, Inhame

In many societies yams are so important that one can speak of a ‘yam culture’. Growing the tuber is associated with magic; the best ones must be given to the chief or king; there is a series of myths connected to a divine origin; a farmer may gain a lot of prestige by growing the largest or longest yam; etc.
Selection criteria: The raw vegetable is starchy and bland, mucilaginous when grated, and may be eaten plain as a side dish, or added to noodles.
Periods when cultivated: Year-round
Transport: By air in 6 & 9 Kg boxes.

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