The Hidden World of the Yam Plant

Fun Fact

Did you know that true yams are not the same as sweet potatoes? Yams are typically starchier and less sweet, with rough, bark-like skin, and are a vital food source for millions of people around the world, especially in Africa and Asia!

Coloring Tips

1. 1🎨 **Soil Textures** - Use a mix of browns, grays, and even a touch of dark orange or red to create realistic, layered soil. Try short, varied strokes for a grainy effect.
2. 2🖍️ **Root Detail** - The fine root hairs can be colored with very light browns or even off-white, while thicker roots might be a slightly darker brown, reddish-brown, or even purple.
3. 3✨ **Yam Skin** - Yams have wonderfully textured skin! Use various shades of brown, tan, and hints of purple, black, or reddish-brown to capture its unique, rough appearance. Think about subtle variations in color.
4. 4🌈 **Leafy Greens** - Give the yam's vines and leaves a vibrant life with different shades of green. Use lighter greens where the sun hits and darker, deeper greens for shaded areas to add depth and realism.