Status:
valid
Authors:
(Naudin) H.Schaef. & S.S.Renner
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 134 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749810
Common Names
- Melothria campestris
- Campestris Melothria
- Campestris Melothr
Description
Melothria campestris (also called Field Melothria, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Melothria campestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Melothria campestris is a small, white, 5-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Melothria campestris is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It can tolerate some drought and is moderately frost hardy. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Melothria campestris
Melothria campestris can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Melothria campestris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melothria campestris?
Melothria campestris
What is the common name of Melothria campestris?
Field melothria
What is the natural habitat of Melothria campestris?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Melothria genus
Melothria trilobata,
Melothria cucumis,
Melothria pendula,
Melothria pringlei,
Melothria scabra,
Melothria hirsuta,
Melothria campestris,
Melothria sphaerocarpa,
Melothria warmingii,
Melothria microcarpa,
Melothria dulcis,
Melothria schulziana,
Melothria longituba,
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,