DISCOREA CAYENENSIS

DISCOREA CAYENENSIS , FAM. DIOSCOREACEAE, ÑAME AMARILLO

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CHARACTERISTICS

It is a plant whose use depends on its tubers.

MEDICINAL USAGE

It is rich in antioxidants such as beta-carotene and vitamin C, and also has vitamin B6 and potassium. All these nutrients fight aging and prevent cardiovascular diseases.

Its use has always been highly appreciated in African and Caribbean gastronomy. Purees, soups, stews and desserts are also prepared with it.

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CARACTERÍSTICAS

Se trata de una planta cuyo aprovechamiento se da en función de sus tubérculos. Es rica en antioxidantes tales como betacaroteno y vitamina C, posee además vitamina B6 y potasio. Todos estos nutrientes combaten el envejecimiento y previenen las enfermedades cardiovasculares.

USOS

Su utilización ha sido desde siempre muy apreciada en la gastronomia africana y caribeña. Con ella se preparan  purés, también sopas, guisos y postres.

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