Wild Yam Bare Root – 3 Live Roots (Dioscorea villosa) Native Perennial Climbing Vine

About This Plant

Wild Yam (Dioscorea villosa) is a native North American herbaceous perennial climbing vine. It features heart-shaped foliage and a twining habit, well-suited for woodland gardens, native landscapes, and shaded trellises. It grows to a mature height of 10–15 feet with support and prefers partial to full shade with moist, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.

What You Will Receive

You will receive 3 live Wild Yam bare roots, healthy and ready for planting upon arrival. These are bare-root perennial plants intended for climbing with appropriate support.

• 3 live Wild Yam bare roots
• Healthy bare-root perennial plants
• Ready for planting upon arrival
• Native North American climbing vine
• Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information
Common Name: Wild Yam
Botanical Name: Dioscorea villosa
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Growth Stage: Bare roots
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining soil rich in organic matter
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during establishment; moderate once established
Mature Height: 10–15 feet with support
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 4–8
Container Friendly: Yes (with a trellis or climbing support)

Care Tip: Plant your Wild Yam roots soon after arrival in a shaded or partially shaded location with rich, well-draining soil. Provide a trellis, fence, or other support for climbing, and maintain consistent soil moisture during the first growing season to encourage healthy root establishment.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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