Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
procerum
ID:
256284

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Beauv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Fl. Oware 1: 10 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255616



Common Names

  • Procerum Omphalocarpum
  • Omphalocarpum procerum
  • Procerum's Omphalocarpum


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Synonyms

  • Omphalocarpum congolense Pierre [unknown]
  • Omphalocarpum laurentii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Omphalocarpum pierreanum Engl. [unknown]

Description

Omphalocarpum procerum (also called African Cucumber, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to tropical Africa. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Omphalocarpum procerum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its wood is used for making furniture and tools.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Omphalocarpum procerum is yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long, with a single, small leaf at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Omphalocarpum procerum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep them in a warm, moist environment until germination occurs. Semi-hardwood cuttings can be taken in the summer and should be rooted in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Omphalocarpum procerum

Omphalocarpum procerum can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Peru.

Omphalocarpum procerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Omphalocarpum procerum?

Omphalocarpum procerum

What is the common name of Omphalocarpum procerum?

No common name

What is the family of Omphalocarpum procerum?

Fabaceae

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

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