Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
major
ID:
532451

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jum. & H.Perrier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Ann. Fac. Sci. Marseille 23: 24 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531783

Common Names

  • Ampelosicyos major
  • Large Cucumber-tree
  • Major Ampelosicyos

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Description

Ampelosicyos major (also called Large cucumber, among many other common names) is a succulent vine with long, thin leaves. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ampelosicyos major is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, sore throat, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ampelosicyos major is a small, yellowish-brown spikelet. The seed is a small, black, shiny nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ampelosicyos major is a fast-growing climber that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate partial shade.

Where to Find Ampelosicyos major

Ampelosicyos major is native to Madagascar and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Ampelosicyos major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ampelosicyos major?

Ampelosicyos major

What is the common name of Ampelosicyos major?

Large Cucumber-tree

What is the native range of Ampelosicyos major?

Madagascar

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-2634608: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
Henri Lucien Jumelle (1866-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jum.' in the authors string.