Pteropepon deltoideus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
deltoideus
ID:
1301724
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cogn.
Source:
tro
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 275 I: 260 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301062
Common Names
- Pteropepon Deltoideus
- Deltoid-winged Pepon
- Deltoideus Pepon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pteropepon deltoideus (also called 'Tropical Cucumber' and 'Cucumelon', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is a trailing or climbing vine, native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests. It has yellow flowers and small, yellow-green fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Pteropepon deltoideus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a food source for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pteropepon deltoideus is yellow and star-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pteropepon deltoideus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in early spring and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Pteropepon deltoideus
Pteropepon deltoideus is native to Central America. It can be found in wet forests and along streams.
Pteropepon deltoideus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pteropepon deltoideus?
Pteropepon deltoideus
What type of plant is Pteropepon deltoideus?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Cucurbitaceae.
Where is Pteropepon deltoideus found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Species in the Pteropepon 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-9200762: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.