- True yams may have been cultivated as early as 8,000 B.C. in Asia.
- The water yam commonly cultivated in Southeast Asia, grows up to 8 feet long and can weigh over 100 pounds.
- There are about 600 species of yam, 150 of which are cultivated for food.
- Yams are full of vitamins A and C, and their natural sugar makes them a good candidate for healthful desserts.
- Yams should be stored in a cool, dry dark and well ventilated place and not allowed to become chilled. Properly stored, they will keep for a month or so.