Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
attenuatum
ID:
1301828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn. & Rose

Source:
tro

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 5: 124 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301166


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Description

Schizocarpum attenuatum (also called Attenuated Schizocarpum, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the Cucurbitaceae family native to the Caribbean islands. It has small, green leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along riverbanks and in rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Schizocarpum attenuatum can be used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schizocarpum attenuatum has five white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizocarpum attenuatum is a fast-growing, annual vine that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix, and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Schizocarpum attenuatum

Schizocarpum attenuatum is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Schizocarpum attenuatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schizocarpum attenuatum?

Schizocarpum attenuatum

What are the common names of Schizocarpum attenuatum?

Cucumber Vine, Wild Cucumber

What is the growth habit of Schizocarpum attenuatum?

It is a climbing vine with tendrils

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

Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:229446-2: Based on the initial data import