Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
odorifera
ID:
442199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Naudin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 18: 181 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000441531



Common Names

  • Sicana odorifera
  • Odoriferous Banana
  • Odoriferous Plantain


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Synonyms

  • Cucumis crassiflorus Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Cucurbita evodicarpa Hassk. [unknown]
  • Cucurbita odorifera Vell. [unknown]

Description

Sicana odorifera (also called Odoriferous Sicana, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Caribbean region. It has thin, grass-like leaves that are green to yellowish-green in color. It has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sicana odorifera is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sicana odorifera has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sicana odorifera is a perennial climber that is native to tropical America. It is usually propagated from seed, but can also be propagated from cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Sicana odorifera

Sicana odorifera is native to the Caribbean and Central America.

Sicana odorifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sicana odorifera?

Sicana odorifera

What are the common names of Sicana odorifera?

Fragrant cucumber, Sweet cucumber

What is the natural habitat of Sicana odorifera?

It is found in moist forests and along streams and rivers

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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