Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
mucosospermus
ID:
608547

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fursa) T.B.Fursa

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Trudy Prikl. Bot. 81: 111 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607879

Common Names

  • Mucosospermus Citrullus
  • Citrullus mucosospermus
  • Mucosospermus Citrullus

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Description

Citrullus mucosospermus (also called Spiny Watermelon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including deserts, forests, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Citrullus mucosospermus is yellow and trumpet-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citrullus mucosospermus 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 mucosospermus

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

Citrullus mucosospermus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citrullus mucosospermus?

Citrullus mucosospermus

What is the common name of Citrullus mucosospermus?

African watermelon

What is the natural habitat of Citrullus mucosospermus?

It is native to tropical Africa

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,

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