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Yam Dioscorea bulbifera
Family: Dioscoreaceae ---Synonyms--- Yam
--Medicinal Actions and Uses--- antispasmodic, analgesic, aphrodisiac, diuretic, rejuvenative, tonic. abdominal pain and cramps CAUTION: Glucoside in the plant is poisonous; creates excess mucus and congestion. Only use with the advice AND UNDER THE SUPERVISION of an Ayurvedic specialist.
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