Yam

📝 About This Seed

Large tuber crop, climbing vine

🌾 Growing Information

Maturity Period

270 days

Growing Season

Long rains

Drought Tolerance

💧 Low

Expected Yield

15-20 tons/hectare

Climate Requirements

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Rainfall

1000-1800 mm

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Temperature

20°-30°C

📚 Traditional Knowledge

Cultural Significance

Reserved for special occasions and elders

👥 Seed Guardians (1)

Mama Njeri Ndung'u

Igembe, Meru

📞 Call

Quick Facts

Crop Type

Root tuber

Variety

Local white

Family

Dioscoreaceae

Origin

Southeast Asia

Conservation Status

Uncommon

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