Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
pedata
ID:
408739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & Chun

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Sunyatsenia 2: 20 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408071

Common Names

  • Pedata Snake Gourd
  • Pedata Trichosanthes
  • Trichosanthes Pedata

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Description

Trichosanthes pedata (also called Footed snake gourd, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the gourd family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is a climbing vine with long, slender fruits and white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trichosanthes pedata is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens and yards.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichosanthes pedata are white or pinkish-white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichosanthes pedata is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers a warm, humid environment with partial shade.

Where to Find Trichosanthes pedata

Trichosanthes pedata is native to India and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Trichosanthes pedata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichosanthes pedata?

Trichosanthes pedata

What is the common name of Trichosanthes pedata?

Snake gourd

What is the natural habitat of Trichosanthes pedata?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2433385: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.