Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
hintonii
ID:
1301922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Paul G.Wilson

Source:
tro

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 13: 161 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301260



Common Names

  • Hinton's Microsechium
  • Hinton's Wild Cucumber
  • Microsechium Hintonii


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Description

Microsechium hintonii (also called Hinton's microsechium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, where it grows in moist, shady habitats. It is an annual herb growing to 1 m tall, with a stem up to 5 cm diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Microsechium hintonii is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Microsechium hintonii 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

Microsechium hintonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Microsechium hintonii

Microsechium hintonii is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Microsechium hintonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microsechium hintonii?

Microsechium hintonii

What is the common name of Microsechium hintonii?

African Cucumber

What is the natural habitat of Microsechium hintonii?

Sub-Saharan Africa

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,

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