Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
dieterleae
ID:
1266820

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rodr.-Arév. & Lira

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 48: 15 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266158



Common Names

  • Dieterleae Sicyos
  • Sicyos Dieterleae
  • Sicyos Dieterleae Vines


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Description

Sicyos dieterleae (also called Dieterle's Sicyos, among many other common names) is a vine native to tropical Central and South America. It is a twining, evergreen vine with large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Sicyos dieterleae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sicyos dieterleae is yellow and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sicyos dieterleae is a perennial vine that grows in moist, shady areas in woodlands and shrublands. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in partial shade or full shade. It is moderately drought tolerant and does not require supplemental watering. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Sicyos dieterleae

Sicyos dieterleae can be found in the Amazon Basin of Brazil.

Sicyos dieterleae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sicyos dieterleae?

Sicyos dieterleae

What is the common name of Sicyos dieterleae?

Dieterle's sicyos

What type of plant is Sicyos dieterleae?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Species in the Sicyos genus

Sicyos herbstii, Sicyos hillebrandii, Sicyos ignarus, Sicyos edulis, Sicyos erostratus, Sicyos longisepalus, Sicyos macrocarpus, Sicyos albus, Sicyos angulatus, Sicyos anunu, Sicyos baderoa, Sicyos barbatus, Sicyos bogotensis, Sicyos villosus, Sicyos polyacanthos, Sicyos waimanaloensis, Sicyos lanceoloideus, Sicyos dieterleae, Sicyos lirae, Sicyos davilae, Sicyos mcvaughii, Sicyos alba, Sicyos semitonsus, Sicyos bulbosus, Sicyos cordifolius, Sicyos acarieanthus, Sicyos debilis, Sicyos fusiformis, Sicyos galeottii, Sicyos guatemalensis, Sicyos kunthii, Sicyos kuntzei, Sicyos longisetosus, Sicyos malvifolius, Sicyos montanus, Sicyos palmatilobus, Sicyos vargasii, Sicyos weberbaueri, Sicyos cucumerinus, Sicyos glaber, Sicyos hispidus, Sicyos laciniatus, Sicyos macrophyllus, Sicyos maximowiczii, Sicyos pachycarpus, Sicyos parviflorus, Sicyos chiriquensis, Sicyos chaetocephalus, Sicyos gracillimus, Sicyos laevis,

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-50220903: Based on the initial data import
Rafael Lira Saade (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lira' in the authors string.
Isela Rodríguez-Arévalo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodr.-Arév.' in the authors string.