(1149370) Field No. 89-4-T Latin name Dioscorea Local name P.I. No. Locality data Vegas Blancas, Sierra del Nahuelbuta, Angol, Malleco Prov., Chile Ca 2400' elev. Plant description only one sterile plant was found growing on a Roble (Nothofagus obliqua) while the tubers were intermixed with the tree's roots. Tubers were broken in extraction (see sketch on back.) Special notes For Analysis "FANL" & Propagation for flowers & fruits. Wild? ✓ Cult? Collector E.E. Smith & Benkt Sparre Date Dec. 7, 1953 PLANT EXPLORATION AND INTRODUCTION, BUREAU OF PLANT INDUSTRY UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE 8-3495