Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
henriquesii
ID:
1272912

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
tro

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. 7: 228 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272250

Common Names

  • Henriquesii Momordica
  • Momordica henriquesii
  • Henriques' Momordica

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Description

Momordica henriquesii (also called ‘Henriques’s momordica’, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the family Cucurbitaceae. It is native to Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has a smooth, grey bark. Its leaves are simple and its flowers are yellow in color.

Uses & Benefits

Momordica henriquesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Momordica henriquesii is a yellow, five-petaled star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Momordica henriquesii is a shrub that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in early spring or late summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Momordica henriquesii

Momordica henriquesii can be found in Brazil.

Momordica henriquesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Momordica henriquesii?

Momordica henriquesii

What type of plant is Momordica henriquesii?

Vine

Where is Momordica henriquesii found?

Africa

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,

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