Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
pallida
ID:
409304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Duyfjes & Pruesapan

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 32: 90 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408636



Common Names

  • Snake Gourd
  • Chinese Cucumber
  • Parallel-veined Gourd


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Description

Trichosanthes pallida (also called Chinese cucumber, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is a fast-growing vine that can reach up to 10 m in length. It is found in forests, woodlands, and shrublands, often in moist and shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trichosanthes pallida is a popular ornamental plant, used to decorate gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak, and its leaves are used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichosanthes pallida is small and white. The seed is a small, round, black nut. The seedlings are small and have white petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichosanthes pallida is an annual vine that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 20°F. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Trichosanthes pallida

Trichosanthes pallida is native to Asia and can be found in tropical forests.

Trichosanthes pallida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichosanthes pallida?

Trichosanthes pallida

What is the common name of Trichosanthes pallida?

Pale Trichosanthes

What is the natural habitat of Trichosanthes pallida?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Trichosanthes genus

Trichosanthes hastata, Trichosanthes globosa, Trichosanthes fissibracteata, Trichosanthes ellipsoidea, Trichosanthes dolichosperma, Trichosanthes edulis, Trichosanthes floresana, Trichosanthes elmeri, Trichosanthes emarginata, Trichosanthes erosa, Trichosanthes laeoica, Trichosanthes kirilowii, Trichosanthes kostermansii, Trichosanthes khasiana, Trichosanthes hosokawae, Trichosanthes ishigakiensis, Trichosanthes dentifera, Trichosanthes inthanonensis, Trichosanthes auriculata, Trichosanthes beccariana, Trichosanthes dieniensis, Trichosanthes cucumerina, Trichosanthes borneensis, Trichosanthes densiflora, Trichosanthes cucumeroides, Trichosanthes celebica, Trichosanthes coriacea, Trichosanthes costata, Trichosanthes sumatrana, Trichosanthes siamensis, Trichosanthes leuserensis, Trichosanthes scabra, Trichosanthes schlechteri, Trichosanthes sepilokensis, Trichosanthes subvelutina, Trichosanthes truncata, Trichosanthes valida, Trichosanthes villosula, Trichosanthes wawraei, Trichosanthes pedata, Trichosanthes papuana, Trichosanthes pendula, Trichosanthes pentaphylla, Trichosanthes longispicata, Trichosanthes miyagii, Trichosanthes montana, Trichosanthes mucronata, Trichosanthes philippinensis, Trichosanthes refracta, Trichosanthes rosthornii,

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

Brigitta Emma Elisabeth Duyfjes (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duyfjes' in the authors string.
Kanchana Pruesapan (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruesapan' in the authors string.