Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
bomiensis
ID:
1302002

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.M.Lu & Zhi Y.Zhang

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 18: 385 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301340



Common Names

  • Schizopepon bomiensis
  • Bomi Schizopepon
  • Bomiensis Schizopepon


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Description

Schizopepon bomiensis (also called 'Chinese Cucumber', among many other common names) is a climbing vine that can reach up to 10 meters in length. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Schizopepon bomiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It can also be used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Schizopepon bomiensis 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

Schizopepon bomiensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Schizopepon bomiensis

Schizopepon bomiensis is native to China. It can be found in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Schizopepon bomiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schizopepon bomiensis?

Schizopepon bomiensis

What is the common name of Schizopepon bomiensis?

Bomi Schizopepon

What is the natural habitat of Schizopepon bomiensis?

Tropical rainforests

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-9201790: Based on the initial data import
Lu Anmin (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.Lu' in the authors string.
Zhang Zhiyun (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zhi Y.Zhang' in the authors string.