Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
balsamina
ID:
377578

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1009 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376910



Common Names

  • Momordica Balsamina
  • Balsamina Momordica
  • Balsamina Momordica


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Synonyms

  • Momordica garriepensis Arn. [unknown]
  • Momordica huberi Tod. [unknown]
  • Nevrosperma cuspidata Raf. [unknown]
  • Momordica involucrata E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Momordica schinzii Cogn. ex Schinz [unknown]

Description

Momordica balsamina (also called Balsam-Apple, 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

Momordica balsamina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Momordica balsamina 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Momordica balsamina 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 Momordica balsamina

Momordica balsamina can be found in the tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Momordica balsamina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Momordica balsamina?

Momordica balsamina

What is the common name of Momordica balsamina?

Balsam Pear

What is the natural habitat of Momordica balsamina?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Momordica genus

Momordica subangulata, Momordica welwitschii, Momordica angolensis, Momordica angustisepala, Momordica cochinchinensis, Momordica cissoides, Momordica cordata, Momordica clarkeana, Momordica cabraei, Momordica balsamina, Momordica charantia, Momordica camerounensis, Momordica parvifolia, Momordica multiflora, Momordica obtusisepala, Momordica rumphii, Momordica silvatica, Momordica racemiflora, Momordica enneaphylla, Momordica foetida, Momordica denudata, Momordica dissecta, Momordica denticulata, Momordica macrosperma, Momordica jeffreyana, Momordica humilis, Momordica sahyadrica, Momordica argillicola, Momordica mossambica, Momordica littorea, Momordica henriquesii, Momordica corymbifera, Momordica cymbalaria, Momordica dioica, Momordica trifoliolata, Momordica boivinii, Momordica cardiospermoides, Momordica kirkii, Momordica repens, Momordica gilgiana, Momordica pterocarpa, Momordica friesiorum, Momordica anigosantha, Momordica spinosa, Momordica leiocarpa, Momordica glabra, Momordica sessilifolia, Momordica peteri, Momordica rostrata, Momordica calantha,

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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