Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
peruana
ID:
749614

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Schaef. & S.S.Renner

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 134 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748947



Common Names

  • Cyclanthera Peruana
  • Peruvian Cyclanthera
  • Peruvian Wild Cucumber


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Synonyms

  • Rytidostylis trianae Kuntze [unknown]
  • Elaterium trianae Cogn. [unknown]
  • Elaterium trianae dentata Cogn. [unknown]
  • Elaterium trianae subnuda Cogn. [unknown]
  • Elaterium trianae triloba Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Cyclanthera peruana (also called Peruvian 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 peruana 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 peruana 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 peruana is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Cyclanthera peruana

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

Cyclanthera peruana FAQ

What are the common names of Cyclanthera peruana?

Common names of Cyclanthera peruana include the Peruvian fan palm and Peruvian tree palm.

What is the natural habitat of Cyclanthera peruana?

Cyclanthera peruana is native to Peru and Bolivia.

How big can Cyclanthera peruana grow?

Cyclanthera peruana can grow up to 40 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

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.