Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
javanicus
ID:
509634

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Ghebret. & Thulin

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Novon 17: 177 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508966

Common Names

  • Java Cucumber
  • Cucumis Javanicus
  • Javanese Cucumber

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Synonyms

  • Karivia javanica Miq. [unknown]
  • Mukia javanica (Miq.) C.Jeffrey [unknown]
  • Melothria javanica Cogn. [unknown]
  • Melothria assamica Chakrav. [unknown]
  • Melothria assamica scabra Chakrav. [unknown]
  • Melothria javanica scabra (Chakravarty) H.B.Naithani [unknown]

Description

Cucumis javanicus (also called Javan cucumber, among many other common names) is a species of annual herb in the family Cucurbitaceae. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cucumis javanicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cucumis javanicus has yellow flowers with five petals and a central pistil. The seeds are small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cucumis javanicus is a fast-growing annual plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by sowing the seeds directly in the garden in spring. The seeds should be planted 1-2 cm deep and spaced 10-15 cm apart. Water regularly and thin out the seedlings when they are about 10 cm tall.

Where to Find Cucumis javanicus

Cucumis javanicus is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Cucumis javanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cucumis javanicus?

Cucumis javanicus

What type of plant is Cucumis javanicus?

It is a species of cucumber.

Where is Cucumis javanicus found?

It is found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Species in the Cucumis genus

Cucumis rumphianus, Cucumis aetheocarpus, Cucumis bryoniifolius, Cucumis cinereus, Cucumis clavipetiolatus, Cucumis debilis, Cucumis engleri, Cucumis gracilis, Cucumis indicus, Cucumis javanicus, Cucumis kelleri, Cucumis kirkbridei, Cucumis leiospermus, Cucumis messorius, Cucumis reticulatus, Cucumis ritchiei, Cucumis silentvalleyi, Cucumis aculeatus, Cucumis africanus, Cucumis anguria, Cucumis asper, Cucumis baladensis, Cucumis canoxyi, Cucumis carolinus, Cucumis dipsaceus, Cucumis ficifolius, Cucumis globosus, Cucumis hastatus, Cucumis heptadactylus, Cucumis hirsutus, Cucumis humofructus, Cucumis hystrix, Cucumis insignis, Cucumis jeffreyanus, Cucumis kalahariensis, Cucumis maderaspatanus, Cucumis meeusei, Cucumis melo, Cucumis metuliferus, Cucumis myriocarpus, Cucumis picrocarpus, Cucumis prophetarum, Cucumis pubituberculatus, Cucumis pustulatus, Cucumis quintanilhae, Cucumis rigidus, Cucumis rostratus, Cucumis sacleuxii, Cucumis sagittatus, Cucumis sativus,

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-2606863: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Amanuel G. Ghebretinsae: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghebret.' in the authors string.