Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
ragonesei
ID:
1301983

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.Crov.

Source:
tro

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 2: 87 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301321



Common Names

  • Halosicyos ragonesei
  • Ragonese's Halosicyos
  • Ragonesei Halosicyos


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Description

Halosicyos ragonesei (also called 'Fusiform Gourd', among many other common names) is an annual or perennial vine that can reach up to 4 meters in length. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in desert scrub and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Halosicyos ragonesei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It can also be used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Halosicyos ragonesei has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Halosicyos ragonesei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Halosicyos ragonesei

Halosicyos ragonesei is native to Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil. It can be found in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Halosicyos ragonesei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Halosicyos ragonesei?

Halosicyos ragonesei

What is the common name of Halosicyos ragonesei?

Ragonese's Halosicyos

What is the natural habitat of Halosicyos ragonesei?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Halosicyos genus

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,

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