Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
cretica
ID:
573628

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1013 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572960



Common Names

  • Bryonia cretica
  • Cretan Bryonia
  • Cretan Bryony


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Description

Bryonia cretica (also called Cretan Bryony, among many other common names) is a climbing vine with white flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and hedgerows.

Uses & Benefits

Bryonia cretica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bryonia cretica sub. acuta (Desf.) Tutin
Bryonia cretica sub. dioica (Jacq.) Tutin
Bryonia cretica sub. marmorata (E.Petit) Jauzein

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bryonia cretica is white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bryonia cretica is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Keep moist until rooted.

Where to Find Bryonia cretica

Bryonia cretica can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Bryonia cretica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bryonia cretica?

Bryonia cretica

What is the common name of Bryonia cretica?

Cretan bryony

What is the natural habitat of Bryonia cretica?

Bryonia cretica is native to the mountains of central and eastern Asia.

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,

References