Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
brevisetosa
ID:
749622

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) H.Schaef. & S.S.Renner

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 133 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748955



Common Names

  • Cyclanthera Brevisetosa
  • Short-set Cyclanthera
  • Short-set Wild Cucumber


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Synonyms

  • Rytidostylis brevisetosa Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Cyclanthera brevisetosa (also called Short-setose Cyclanthera, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has simple, alternate leaves and white, tubular flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyclanthera brevisetosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyclanthera brevisetosa is white or pinkish, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyclanthera brevisetosa is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot with a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a pot with a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cyclanthera brevisetosa

Cyclanthera brevisetosa is native to South America, and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.

Cyclanthera brevisetosa FAQ

What are the common names of Cyclanthera brevisetosa?

Common names of Cyclanthera brevisetosa include the Chinese fan palm and Chinese fan tree.

What is the natural habitat of Cyclanthera brevisetosa?

Cyclanthera brevisetosa is native to China and Taiwan.

How big can Cyclanthera brevisetosa grow?

Cyclanthera brevisetosa can grow up to 25 feet tall.

Species in the Cyclanthera genus

Cyclanthera australis, Cyclanthera brachybotrys, Cyclanthera brachystachya, Cyclanthera cogniauxii, Cyclanthera cordifolia, Cyclanthera dieterleana, Cyclanthera dioscoreoides, Cyclanthera dissecta, Cyclanthera dissecta, Cyclanthera dressleri, Cyclanthera entata, Cyclanthera gracillima, Cyclanthera hastata, Cyclanthera heiseri, Cyclanthera hystrix, Cyclanthera integrifoliola, Cyclanthera jeffreyi, Cyclanthera jonesii, Cyclanthera langaei, Cyclanthera leptostachya, Cyclanthera leptostachyoides, Cyclanthera macropoda, Cyclanthera mathewsii, Cyclanthera micrantha, Cyclanthera minima, Cyclanthera monticola, Cyclanthera multifoliola, Cyclanthera naudiniana, Cyclanthera pedata, Cyclanthera phyllantha, Cyclanthera quinquelobata, Cyclanthera ribiflora, Cyclanthera rostrata, Cyclanthera steyermarkii, Cyclanthera tamnifolia, Cyclanthera tamnoides, Cyclanthera tenuifolia, Cyclanthera tenuisepala, Cyclanthera lalajuela, Cyclanthera oligoechinata, Cyclanthera longiflora, Cyclanthera peruana, Cyclanthera longisepala, Cyclanthera brevisetosa, Cyclanthera quadrifida, Cyclanthera multifoliolata, Cyclanthera carthagenensis, Cyclanthera stenura,

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

Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Susanne Renner (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Renner' in the authors string.
Hanno Schaefer (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Schaef.' in the authors string.