Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
pentagonus
ID:
1301923

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wiggins

Source:
tro

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Madroño 20: 252 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301261



Common Names

  • Pentagon-fruited Burcucumber
  • Pentagon-fruited Cucumber Vine
  • Sicyocaulis Pentagonus


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Description

Sicyocaulis pentagonus (also called Five-angled sicyocaulis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, where it grows in moist, shady habitats. It is an annual herb growing to 1 m tall, with a stem up to 5 cm diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Sicyocaulis pentagonus is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sicyocaulis pentagonus 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

Sicyocaulis pentagonus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Sicyocaulis pentagonus

Sicyocaulis pentagonus is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Sicyocaulis pentagonus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sicyocaulis pentagonus?

Sicyocaulis pentagonus

What is the common name of Sicyocaulis pentagonus?

African Cucumber

What is the natural habitat of Sicyocaulis pentagonus?

Sub-Saharan Africa

Species in the Sicyocaulis 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,