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Varahi ( in Sanskrit)

Dioscorea bulbifera

Photo by HemaShah
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In some places, such as Florida, it is considered a noxious weed because of its quick-growing, large-leafed vine that spreads tenaciously and shades out any plants growing beneath it. The bulbils on the vines sprout and become new vines, twisting around each other to form a thick mat. If the plant is cut to the ground, the tubers can survive for extended periods and send up new shoots later

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PublishedJune 9, 2014

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