Wild Yam (Dioscorea villosa)
Botanical illustration in preparation
Entry in preparation — this archive entry is still being completed. What is recorded so far is shown below, exactly as it stands.
Properties:
Traditional & folkloric uses, as recorded in the apothecary archive:
- Natural progesterone precursor support
- Reduces menstrual cramps and spasms
- Supports menopausal transition
3 of 5 properties recorded so far.
Contains diosgenin, a precursor to progesterone. Wild yam supports hormonal balance, eases cramps, and reduces inflammation.
Categories: Hormonal Balance · Comfort & Joints · Back to the Herb Index