Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
592294

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wunderlin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 38: 220 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591626



Common Names

  • Cayaponia sessiliflora
  • Sessile-flowered Wild Cucumber
  • Sessile-flowered Cucumber


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Description

Cayaponia sessiliflora (also called Sessiliflora, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters tall. It is native to the Andean region of South America, and is found in montane forests and cloud forests. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cayaponia sessiliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cayaponia sessiliflora is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cayaponia sessiliflora is a fast-growing, perennial vine that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tip of the vine and planted in a well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F (21-27°C). The seedlings should be transplanted when they are 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) tall.

Where to Find Cayaponia sessiliflora

Cayaponia sessiliflora is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cayaponia sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cayaponia sessiliflora?

Cayaponia sessiliflora

What is the common name of Cayaponia sessiliflora?

Sessile-flowered Cayaponia

What is the natural habitat of Cayaponia sessiliflora?

Cayaponia sessiliflora is native to South America, where it is found in wet forests and grasslands.

Species in the Cayaponia genus

Cayaponia africana, Cayaponia alarici, Cayaponia amazonica, Cayaponia americana, Cayaponia angustiloba, Cayaponia attenuata, Cayaponia biflora, Cayaponia boliviensis, Cayaponia bonariensis, Cayaponia bonplandii, Cayaponia botryocarpa, Cayaponia buraeavii, Cayaponia cabocla, Cayaponia capitata, Cayaponia caulobotrys, Cayaponia citrullifolia, Cayaponia cogniauxiana, Cayaponia coriacea, Cayaponia crugeri, Cayaponia denticulata, Cayaponia diversifolia, Cayaponia duckei, Cayaponia espelina, Cayaponia ferruginea, Cayaponia floribunda, Cayaponia fluminensis, Cayaponia glandulosa, Cayaponia gracillima, Cayaponia granatensis, Cayaponia guianensis, Cayaponia jenmanii, Cayaponia kathematophora, Cayaponia laciniosa, Cayaponia laxa, Cayaponia lhotzkyana, Cayaponia longifolia, Cayaponia longiloba, Cayaponia macrocalyx, Cayaponia martiana, Cayaponia membranacea, Cayaponia multiglandulosa, Cayaponia nitida, Cayaponia noronhae, Cayaponia ophthalmica, Cayaponia oppositifolia, Cayaponia ovata, Cayaponia palmata, Cayaponia pedata, Cayaponia peruviana, Cayaponia petiolulata,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2706477: Based on the initial data import
Richard P. Wunderlin (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wunderlin' in the authors string.