Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
ecirrhosus
ID:
608522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg 30: 151 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607854

Common Names

  • Ecirrhosus Citrullus
  • Citrullus ecirrhosus
  • Ecirrhosus Citrullus

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Synonyms

  • Colocynthis ecirrhosus (Cogn.) Chakrav. [unknown]

Description

Citrullus ecirrhosus (also called wild watermelon, among many other common names) is an annual, herbaceous vine native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has large, lobed leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and other tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Citrullus ecirrhosus is used for its edible fruits and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Citrullus ecirrhosus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citrullus ecirrhosus is a fast-growing, annual plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Citrullus ecirrhosus

Citrullus ecirrhosus is native to tropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

Citrullus ecirrhosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citrullus ecirrhosus?

Citrullus ecirrhosus

What is the natural habitat of Citrullus ecirrhosus?

Citrullus ecirrhosus is found in arid and semi-arid regions of Africa, Asia, and Europe.

What is the flowering season of Citrullus ecirrhosus?

Citrullus ecirrhosus flowers from late spring to early summer.

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