Dioscorea brachybotrya (Papa cimarrona)
Dioscorea brachybotrya (Papa cimarrona)
3 (5)m, Papa Cimarrona is a South American herbaceous perennial with ornamental, dissected, glossy foliage with prominent veins. For any humus rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. In Central Europe this frost resistant member may be tried out in the garden in full sun with protection from winter wetness. Alternatively grow in pots and keep the dormant rootstock completely dry in winter and frostfree at a minimum of some 5°C. USDA Climate Zone 9. VI-VIII.More Details »