Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
carthagenensis
ID:
1041050

Status:
valid

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

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 133 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001040388



Common Names

  • Cyclanthera
  • Carthagenensis
  • Carthagenensis Cyclanthera


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Description

Cyclanthera carthagenensis (also called Carthage cyclanthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is native to Africa. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in areas with high humidity and temperatures of 15–30 °C (59–86 °F).

Uses & Benefits

Cyclanthera carthagenensis has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat inflammation, fever, and headaches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to reduce the risk of certain types of cancer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyclanthera carthagenensis is small and inconspicuous, with a yellowish-green color. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyclanthera carthagenensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Cyclanthera carthagenensis

Cyclanthera carthagenensis is native to Central America and the Caribbean.

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

Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' 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.