Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
pomiformis
ID:
606232

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 288 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605564



Common Names

  • Cionosicys-pomiformis
  • Cionosicys-pomiformis-do-norte
  • Cionosicys-pomiformis-do-sul


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Synonyms

  • Trichosanthes pomiformis Macfad. [unknown]

Description

Cionosicys pomiformis (also called Apple-shaped Cionosicys, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are glossy and dark green. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cionosicys pomiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, fever, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cionosicys pomiformis has a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cionosicys pomiformis is a species of evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and provided with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Cionosicys pomiformis

Cionosicys pomiformis is native to the tropical forests of Mexico and Guatemala.

Cionosicys pomiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cionosicys pomiformis?

Cionosicys pomiformis

What is the common name of Cionosicys pomiformis?

Apple-shaped Cionosicys

What is the natural habitat of Cionosicys pomiformis?

Tropical rainforests of Brazil

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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