Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
sessilifolia
ID:
613635

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sond.) Cogn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 3: 534 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612967



Common Names

  • Coccinia sessilifolia
  • Sessile-leaved Coccinia
  • Sessile-leaved Ivy Gourd


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Synonyms

  • Bryonia lagenaria E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Cephalandra sessilifolia Sond. [unknown]
  • Coccinia schinzii Cogn. ex Schinz [unknown]
  • Coccinia schinzii Cogn. [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Coccinia sessilifolia is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Coccinia sessilifolia var. variifolia (A.Meeuse) Holstein

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Coccinia sessilifolia 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 sessilifolia is a perennial vine that can reach up to 10 feet in length. It is native to tropical Africa and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting. Once established, the vine can be trained to climb a trellis or other support.

Where to Find Coccinia sessilifolia

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

Coccinia sessilifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccinia sessilifolia?

Coccinia sessilifolia

What is the common name of Coccinia sessilifolia?

Sessile-leaved gourd

What is the natural habitat of Coccinia sessilifolia?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2729126: Based on the initial data import
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.