Status:
valid
Authors:
Cogn.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(4): 26 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376932
Common Names
- Melothria Trilobata
- Trilobata Melothria
- Trilobata Melothria
Synonyms
- Melothria angustiloba Cogn. [unknown]
- Melothria heteroloba Pittier [unknown]
- Melothria trilobata costaricensis Cogn. [unknown]
- Melothria candolleana Cogn. [unknown]
- Melothria trilobata sphaerocarpa Cogn. [unknown]
Description
Melothria trilobata (also called Three-lobed Melothria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, and also in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Melothria trilobata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Melothria trilobata has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters on the stem. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and slender, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Melothria trilobata is a tropical plant that is grown in warm climates. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or root division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Melothria trilobata
Melothria trilobata can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Melothria trilobata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melothria trilobata?
Melothria trilobata
What type of plant is Melothria trilobata?
It is a vine
What are the uses of Melothria trilobata?
It is used as a medicinal plant and for food
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,