Hemsleya amabilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amabilis
ID:
1302003
Status:
valid
Authors:
Diels
Source:
tro
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 5: 206 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301341
Common Names
- Hemsleya amabilis
- Lovely Hemsleya
- Amabilis Hemsleya
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemsleya amabilis (also called 'Chinese Cucumber', among many other common names) is a climbing vine that can reach up to 10 meters in length. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hemsleya amabilis 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
The flowers of Hemsleya amabilis are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemsleya amabilis 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 Hemsleya amabilis
Hemsleya amabilis is native to China. It can be found in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Hemsleya amabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemsleya amabilis?
Hemsleya amabilis
What is the common name of Hemsleya amabilis?
Lovely Hemsleya
What is the natural habitat of Hemsleya amabilis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Hemsleya genus
Hemsleya graciliflora, Hemsleya peekelii, Hemsleya cirromitrata, Hemsleya macrocarpa, Hemsleya dipteriga, Hemsleya mitrata, Hemsleya lijiangensis, Hemsleya panlongqi, Hemsleya sphaerocarpa, Hemsleya carnosiflora, Hemsleya pengxianensis, Hemsleya delavayi, Hemsleya zhejiangensis, Hemsleya dulongjiangensis, Hemsleya panacis-scandens, Hemsleya ellipsoidea, Hemsleya chinensis, Hemsleya gigantha, Hemsleya turbinata, Hemsleya endecaphylla, Hemsleya emeiensis, Hemsleya dolichocarpa, Hemsleya macrosperma, Hemsleya chengyihana, Hemsleya kunmingensis, Hemsleya amabilis,
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 tro-9201791: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.