Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
scandens
ID:
532454

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thouars

Source:
cmp

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Hist. Vég. Îsles Austral. Afriq. : 68 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531786

Common Names

  • Ampelosicyos scandens
  • Climbing Cucumber-tree
  • Scandens Ampelosicyos

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Description

Ampelosicyos scandens (also called Climbing cucumber, among many other common names) is a succulent vine with long, thin leaves. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ampelosicyos scandens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, sore throat, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ampelosicyos scandens is a small, yellowish-brown spikelet. The seed is a small, black, shiny nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ampelosicyos scandens is a fast-growing climber that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate partial shade.

Where to Find Ampelosicyos scandens

Ampelosicyos scandens is native to Madagascar and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Ampelosicyos scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ampelosicyos scandens?

Ampelosicyos scandens

What is the common name of Ampelosicyos scandens?

Climbing Cucumber-tree

What is the native range of Ampelosicyos scandens?

Madagascar

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,