Wild Yam Root, also known as rheumatism root, colic root and yuma, is a low-creeping perennial that grows wild in the eastern half of North America. The root is not related to sweet potatoes or yams. It is used for herbal preparations and body care products. 
 
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Product Features: In Traditional Chinese Medicine, wild yam root is used as a traditional women's herb. 
Origin: United States
Suggested uses: Use in body care products.  
Botanical name: Dioscorea villosa L.