Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
cucumerina
ID:
508486

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bertol.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Fl. Guatimal. : 38 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507818



Common Names

  • Polyclathra cucumerina
  • Cucumber Polyclathra
  • Cucumber Polyclathra Tree


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Synonyms

  • Polyclathra longipedunculata (Cogn.) C.Jeffrey [unknown]
  • Polyclathra grandiflora (Cogn.) C.Jeffrey [unknown]
  • Polyclathra albiflora (Cogn.) C.Jeffrey [unknown]
  • Pittiera trilobata Cogn. ex Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Pittiera parvifolia Cogn. & Rose [unknown]
  • Pittiera longipedunculata Cogn. [unknown]
  • Pittiera grandiflora Cogn. ex Rose [unknown]
  • Roseanthus albiflorus Cogn. [unknown]
  • Roseanthus elongatus Rose [unknown]
  • Cayaponia grandiflora Cogn. [unknown]
  • Roseanthus heterophyllus Brandegee [unknown]

Description

Polyclathra cucumerina (also called cucumber-scented polyclathra, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is typically found in moist, shady areas. It has a low-growing, spreading habit with white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Polyclathra cucumerina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polyclathra cucumerina is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a green stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyclathra cucumerina is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Polyclathra cucumerina

Polyclathra cucumerina is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Polyclathra cucumerina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyclathra cucumerina?

Polyclathra cucumerina

What is the common name of Polyclathra cucumerina?

Cucumber Polyclathra

What is the family of Polyclathra cucumerina?

Asteraceae

Species in the Polyclathra genus

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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