Chinese yam has antioxidant properties. Chinese yam contains trace amounts of zinc, manganese, iron, copper, and selenium, and that taking it as a daily supplement is beneficial as an antioxidant.

Traditionally* Chinese Medicine uses yam for diabetes, by modulating oxidative stress, antioxidant activities, and lipid profiles. Also thought to improve kidney and liver function.

Chinese yam contains allantoin, a natural compound that can accelerate the growth of healthy tissue and reduce healing time. Topically, Chinese yam can be applied to ulcers, boils, and abscesses on the skin for treatment.

Chinese yam extract also has the potential to help prevent atherosclerosis, a disease in which plaque builds up in the arteries.
The plant produces the below ground tubers and above air smaller air potatoes, weighing up to 500 grams. Plants are dormant in winter.

Prefers wet soil. It can grow in full sun to full shade but prefers partial shade.

* we are not medical doctors, these uses are claimed in traditional medicine.