Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
darjeelingense
ID:
749226

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) H.Schaef. & S.S.Renner

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 134 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748559



Common Names

  • Herpetospermum Darjeelingense
  • Darjeeling Herpetospermum
  • Darjeeling Snake-Gourd


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Description

Herpetospermum darjeelingense (also called Herpetospermum darjeelingense, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping habit and small, ovate leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Herpetospermum darjeelingense is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Herpetospermum darjeelingense has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Herpetospermum darjeelingense is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to India and is found in dry, open areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Herpetospermum darjeelingense

Herpetospermum darjeelingense is native to the Himalayan region of India.

Herpetospermum darjeelingense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herpetospermum darjeelingense?

Herpetospermum darjeelingense

What is the common name of Herpetospermum darjeelingense?

Darjeeling Herpetospermum

What is the natural habitat of Herpetospermum darjeelingense?

Forests and grasslands

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' 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.