What is another word for air potato?
Pronunciation: [ˈe͡ə pətˈe͡ɪtə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
The "air potato" is a common name for the plant species, Dioscorea bulbifera which belongs to the yam family. It is native to Asia and Africa and has spread to various parts of the world, including the Caribbean, South America, and the southeastern United States. In some regions, the air potato is also known as the "potato yam," "aerial potato," or "winged yam." In India, it is called "Kachil" while in South Africa, it is referred to as "ingqungqulu." Other names that the air potato can be known as include the "purple yam," "water yam," "bulbous vine," or simply "wild yam".
