Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
rehmannii
ID:
613627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 3: 418 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612959



Common Names

  • Coccinia rehmannii
  • Rehmann's Coccinia
  • Rehmann's Ivy Gourd


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Synonyms

  • Coccinia ovifera Dinter & Gilg [unknown]
  • Coccinia rehmannii littoralis Meeuse [unknown]

Description

Coccinia rehmannii (also called Rehmann's Ivy Gourd, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. It is a perennial vine that grows in tropical and subtropical climates, and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Coccinia rehmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Coccinia rehmannii has white or yellowish-white flowers with five petals and five sepals. Seed: The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccinia rehmannii is a perennial climber that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, fertile soils and is tolerant of drought and salt spray. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Coccinia rehmannii

Coccinia rehmannii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Coccinia rehmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccinia rehmannii?

Coccinia rehmannii

What is the common name of Coccinia rehmannii?

Rehmann's gourd

What is the natural habitat of Coccinia rehmannii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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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