Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
512146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Naudin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Cucurb. Nouv. 2: 69 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511478



Common Names

  • Slender Abobra
  • Abobra tenuifolia


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Synonyms

  • Abobra viridiflora Naudin [unknown]
  • Bryonia tenuifolia Gillies [unknown]

Description

Abobra tenuifolia (also called Slender abobra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia. It has a rounded shape with a dense canopy and long, drooping branches. It grows in moist, warm climates in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Abobra tenuifolia is used for timber production, as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens, and for the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Abobra tenuifolia are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are slender and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abobra tenuifolia is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 feet tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix.

Where to Find Abobra tenuifolia

Abobra tenuifolia can be found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Abobra tenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abobra tenuifolia?

Abobra tenuifolia

What is the common name of Abobra tenuifolia?

Not available

What is the natural habitat of Abobra tenuifolia?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Abobra genus

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

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