Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
trilobata
ID:
613644

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
cmp

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 15: 349 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612976



Common Names

  • Coccinia trilobata
  • Three-lobed Coccinia
  • Three-lobed Ivy Gourd


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Synonyms

  • Coccinia kilimandjarica Cogn. ex Harms [unknown]
  • Peponia trilobata Engl. [unknown]
  • Peponium trilobatum Engl. [unknown]
  • Peponia parviflora trilobata Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Coccinia trilobata (also called Three-lobed 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 trilobata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. Its leaves are edible and can be cooked like spinach. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Coccinia trilobata 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 trilobata is an evergreen vine native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Coccinia trilobata

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

Coccinia trilobata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccinia trilobata?

Coccinia trilobata

What is the common name of Coccinia trilobata?

Three-lobed gourd

What is the natural habitat of Coccinia trilobata?

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-2729134: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.