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Dioscorea bulbifera

Definition:

Dioscorea bulbifera, commonly known as air potato or air yam, is a species of perennial vine native to Africa and Asia. It belongs to the family Dioscoreaceae and is widely cultivated for its edible tubers and medicinal properties.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A climbing plant with heart-shaped leaves and spherical bulbils.

Example sentence: The dioscorea bulbifera vine took over the garden with its lush foliage and countless bulbils.

Sense 2:

Noun: The tubers of the dioscorea bulbifera plant, which are stewed, roasted, or used in various traditional dishes.

Example sentence: She cooked a delicious stir-fry using dioscorea bulbifera tubers for a unique flavor.

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