Field notebooks : Chile, Bolivia, and Peru, 1953-1954
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Field No. 188-H-T Latin name Dioscorea Local name P.I. No. Locality data 1 km from Chulumani on the road to IRRPANA, LA PAZ prov., Bolivia Elev. 6000' Plant description Lower flowers are apparently male while upper ones on the same vine are female. Leaves are downy, only two plants found in this location. Special notes For propagation - see # 187-H-T for comparison Wild? L see # 193-H-T for analysis Cult? Collector E.E. Smith + Humberto Terrico Date Feb, 26, 1954 PLANT EXPLORATION AND INTRODUCTION, BUREAU OF PLANT INDUSTRY UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 18 oz seed bag U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE 8-3495