Status:
valid
Authors:
Vell.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Fl. Flumin. : 29 (1829)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377094
Common Names
- Melothria Cucumis
- Cucumis Melothria
- Cucumis Melothria
Synonyms
- Melothria cucumerina Naudin [unknown]
- Melothria uliginosa Cogn. [unknown]
- Melothria cucumis multiflora Cogn. [unknown]
- Melothria uliginosa major Cogn. [unknown]
Description
Melothria cucumis (also called Cucumber-vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cucurbitaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist forests and along streams. It is a climbing shrub with yellow flowers and yellow-orange fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Melothria cucumis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. It is known for its edible fruit and its ability to attract beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Melothria cucumis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Melothria cucumis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt in the soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in spring or summer.
Where to Find Melothria cucumis
Melothria cucumis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is commonly found in moist forests and grasslands.
Melothria cucumis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melothria cucumis?
Melothria cucumis
What is the common name of Melothria cucumis?
Cucumber Melothria
What is the family of Melothria cucumis?
Cucurbitaceae
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,