Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
gilletii
ID:
1301813

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
tro

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 15: 366 (1961 publ. 1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301151



Common Names

  • Zehneria Gilletii
  • Gillet's Zehneria
  • Gilletii Zehneria


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Description

Zehneria gilletii (also called Gillet's Zehneria, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the Cucurbitaceae family native to the Caribbean islands. It has small, green leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along riverbanks and in rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Zehneria gilletii can be used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zehneria gilletii has five white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zehneria gilletii is a fast-growing, annual vine that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix, and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Zehneria gilletii

Zehneria gilletii is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Zehneria gilletii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zehneria gilletii?

Zehneria gilletii

What are the common names of Zehneria gilletii?

Cucumber Vine, Wild Cucumber

What is the growth habit of Zehneria gilletii?

It is a climbing vine with tendrils

Species in the Zehneria genus

Zehneria alba, Zehneria angolensis, Zehneria baueriana, Zehneria brevirostris, Zehneria erythrobacca, Zehneria hallii, Zehneria hermaphrodita, Zehneria hookeriana, Zehneria capillacea, Zehneria elbertii, Zehneria cunninghamii, Zehneria immarginata, Zehneria neocaledonica, Zehneria minutiflora, Zehneria keayana, Zehneria marlothii, Zehneria pedicellata, Zehneria thwaitesii, Zehneria tridactyla, Zehneria trullifolia, Zehneria tahitensis, Zehneria viridifolia, Zehneria scabra, Zehneria pisifera, Zehneria racemosa, Zehneria repanda, Zehneria tenuispica, Zehneria somalensis, Zehneria sphaerosperma, Zehneria trichocarpa, Zehneria backeri, Zehneria macrantha, Zehneria platysperma, Zehneria nesophila, Zehneria macrosepala, Zehneria lancifolia, Zehneria bodinieri, Zehneria guamensis, Zehneria japonica, Zehneria wallichii, Zehneria mucronata, Zehneria liukiuensis, Zehneria ridens, Zehneria microsperma, Zehneria perrieri, Zehneria madagascariensis, Zehneria martinez-crovettoi, Zehneria peneyana, Zehneria maysorensis, Zehneria rutenbergiana,

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-9201063: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.