Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
pwaniensis
ID:
1319285

Status:
valid

Authors:
Holstein

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 65: 435 (2010 publ. 2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331739



Common Names

  • Coccinia pwaniensis
  • Pwani Coccinia
  • Pwani Ivy Gourd


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Description

Coccinia pwaniensis (also called Pwani coccinia, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant native to East Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Coccinia pwaniensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccinia pwaniensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small and black, with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small and green, with a height of 1-2 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccinia pwaniensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate some drought. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Coccinia pwaniensis

Coccinia pwaniensis is native to East Africa and can be found in Tanzania.

Coccinia pwaniensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccinia pwaniensis?

Coccinia pwaniensis

What are the common names of Coccinia pwaniensis?

Coastal Coccinia, Wild Cucumber

What is the natural habitat of Coccinia pwaniensis?

Coastal areas and dry bushland

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

Norbert Holstein (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holstein' in the authors string.