Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
cissoides
ID:
377569

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch. ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 370 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376901

Common Names

  • Momordica Cissoides
  • Cissoides Momordica
  • Cissoides Momordica

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Synonyms

  • Momordica maculata Planch. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Momordica gracilis De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]
  • Momordica guttata Planch. ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Momordica cissoides (also called Cissus Balsam-Apple, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, and also in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Momordica cissoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Momordica cissoides has small yellow flowers that appear in summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Momordica cissoides is a perennial vine that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Momordica cissoides

Momordica cissoides can be found in the tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Momordica cissoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Momordica cissoides?

Momordica cissoides

What is the common name of Momordica cissoides?

Cissus-like Balsam Pear

What is the natural habitat of Momordica cissoides?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Momordica genus

Momordica subangulata, Momordica welwitschii, Momordica angolensis, Momordica angustisepala, Momordica cochinchinensis, Momordica cissoides, Momordica cordata, Momordica clarkeana, Momordica cabraei, Momordica balsamina, Momordica charantia, Momordica camerounensis, Momordica parvifolia, Momordica multiflora, Momordica obtusisepala, Momordica rumphii, Momordica silvatica, Momordica racemiflora, Momordica enneaphylla, Momordica foetida, Momordica denudata, Momordica dissecta, Momordica denticulata, Momordica macrosperma, Momordica jeffreyana, Momordica humilis, Momordica sahyadrica, Momordica argillicola, Momordica mossambica, Momordica littorea, Momordica henriquesii, Momordica corymbifera, Momordica cymbalaria, Momordica dioica, Momordica trifoliolata, Momordica boivinii, Momordica cardiospermoides, Momordica kirkii, Momordica repens, Momordica gilgiana, Momordica pterocarpa, Momordica friesiorum, Momordica anigosantha, Momordica spinosa, Momordica leiocarpa, Momordica glabra, Momordica sessilifolia, Momordica peteri, Momordica rostrata, Momordica calantha,

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-2372846: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.