Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
diffusum
ID:
1301569

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
tro

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(4): 112 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300907



Common Names

  • Sicydium diffusum
  • Sicydium
  • Diffuse Sicydium


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Description

Sicydium diffusum (also called 'Diffuse Sicydium', among many other common names) is an annual vine native to Central America. It has a thin stem and a tuft of narrow leaves at the base. It grows in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sicydium diffusum is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used to treat fatigue, stress, and depression. It is also believed to have anti-aging and anti-cancer properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sicydium diffusum is white with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sicydium diffusum is a tropical vine that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Sicydium diffusum

Sicydium diffusum is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Sicydium diffusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sicydium diffusum?

Sicydium diffusum

What is the common name of Sicydium diffusum?

Diffuse Bur Cucumber

What is the natural habitat of Sicydium diffusum?

Dry, rocky hillsides in Mexico

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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