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Yam
Ipomoea abrupta
Plant Family :Convolvulaceae
Plant Form :vine
Growth Habit :Vigorous woody climber or trailer, with bulbous roots, deciduous.
Fruiting Season :March - April.
Description :Roots eaten raw or cooked.
Distribution :Queensland, Northern Territory, generally in forest in near coastal districts.
Introduced :No
Seen North Qld :  Yes

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