{"title":"Dioscorea","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndoors, Dioscorea can mean two quite different things: twining ornamental yams grown for their leaves, or caudiciform species grown for corky exposed bases and seasonal vines. A patterned foliage vine behaves very differently from a slow caudex project plant, but both bring climbing growth from a storage organ and usually some degree of seasonal rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat contrast is part of the draw. Dioscorea suits people who enjoy a visible life cycle and a bit more character than a fixed evergreen houseplant. Sometimes that comes through patterned leaves, sometimes through a sculptural caudex, and sometimes through a rest period that asks you to pay attention instead of repeating the same routine all year.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dioscorea-discolor","title":"Dioscorea discolor","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDioscorea discolor at a glance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDioscorea discolor is a twining perennial vine grown for large heart-shaped leaves marked with silver veining, maroon to black mottling, and vivid purple undersides. Supported stems can climb roughly 2–4 m, and the foliage often becomes larger as the season progresses, creating a strong layered effect rather than a thin runner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers bright indirect light with only limited direct sun, a rich but free-draining substrate, and moderate watering that allows the soil to dry between rounds so the tuberous base does not stay wet. Warm conditions above 10 °C suit active growth, though cooler spells down to about 5 °C can trigger dormancy. Moderate humidity is useful, support should be provided early, and regular inspection helps catch spider mites, mealybugs, fungus gnats, or rot early.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"L","offer_id":53297719574858,"sku":"dioscorea-discolor","price":85.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/Dioscorea_discolor_01.avif?v=1772574076"},{"product_id":"dioscorea-sp-borneo","title":"Dioscorea sp Borneo (narrow leaf)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDioscorea sp Borneo (narrow leaf) at a glance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDioscorea sp. Borneo (Narrow Leaf) is an undescribed climbing yam from northern Borneo that grows from a persistent rootstock and produces fresh seasonal vines each cycle. Its long, narrow leaves are the main feature, coloured deep green with a subtle silver sheen that gives the plant a cooler, more metallic surface than many broader-leaved Dioscorea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring active growth it prefers bright indirect light or dappled shade, evenly moist but well-draining substrate, and warm temperatures around 20–28 °C. A loose organic mix and a support to scramble through help it develop naturally, while light balanced feeding can support leaf production. When stems die back, watering should be reduced strongly and the rootstock kept on the dry side until new growth begins again.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53297743823178,"sku":"dioscorea-sp-borneo","price":79.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/Dioscorea_sp_Borneo_narrow_leaf_01.avif?v=1772574132"},{"product_id":"dioscorea-amaranthoides","title":"Dioscorea amaranthoides var. metallica","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDioscorea amaranthoides var. metallica at a glance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDioscorea amaranthoides var. metallica is a seasonal climbing yam that sends up twining annual stems from a persistent underground rootstock, then retreats again when growth ends. Its main draw is the foliage: dark green leaves with a metallic sheen that shifts with angle and light, giving the plant a cooler, more reflective look than green vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring active growth it prefers bright indirect light or dappled shade, evenly moist but well-draining substrate, and warm conditions around 20–28 °C. A loose organic mix and support help the stems move naturally, while light feeding during the growing period can encourage fuller leaf production. Once the vine dies back, watering should be reduced sharply and the dormant rootstock kept barely moist to avoid rot before the next growth cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53297744249162,"sku":"dioscorea-amaranthoides","price":69.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/Dioscorea_amaranthoides_var_metallica_01.avif?v=1772574133"},{"product_id":"dioscorea-sp-peru","title":"Dioscorea sp. Peru","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDioscorea sp. Peru at a glance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDioscorea sp. Peru is an undescribed climbing yam from Peru that returns each season from a perennial underground rootstock, sending out twining stems with long, narrow leaves marked by soft silver-grey variegation. The growth is seasonal rather than permanent above ground, so annual die-back is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring active growth it prefers bright indirect light or dappled shade, a loose organic substrate that drains well, steady warmth around 18–28 °C, and regular moisture without stagnation. Once the stems die back, watering should be reduced so the dormant rootstock stays on the dry side and avoids rot. A trellis or moss pole helps the vine climb naturally, and light feeding during the growing period can support stronger foliage and longer seasonal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53297775968586,"sku":"dioscorea-sp-peru","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/Dioscorea_sp_Peru_01.avif?v=1772574195"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/collections\/file_4cc0ff38-7e1c-4c7c-b5dc-8d7ab5e95666.webp?v=1773444778","url":"https:\/\/foliage-factory.live\/en-de\/collections\/dioscorea.oembed","provider":"Foliage Factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}