Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
fusiformis
ID:
1301987

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.J.Lott) Kearns

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Madroño 41: 15 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301325



Common Names

  • Ibervillea fusiformis
  • Spindle-shaped Ibervillea
  • Fusiformis Ibervillea


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Description

Ibervillea fusiformis (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

Ibervillea fusiformis 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 Ibervillea fusiformis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Ibervillea fusiformis 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 Ibervillea fusiformis

Ibervillea fusiformis is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize. It can be found in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Ibervillea fusiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ibervillea fusiformis?

Ibervillea fusiformis

What is the common name of Ibervillea fusiformis?

Spindle-shaped Ibervillea

What is the natural habitat of Ibervillea fusiformis?

Tropical rainforests

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

Emily Jane Lott (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.J.Lott' in the authors string.
Denis M. Kearns: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kearns' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:976372-1: Based on the initial data import