Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin
Source:
tro
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 11: 425 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261899
Common Names
- Littoral Momordica
- Momordica littorea
- Littoral Momordic
Description
Momordica littorea (also called littoral momordica, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cucurbitaceae. It is native to Mexico. It is an annual herb growing to 10–20 cm tall, with a basal rosette of leaves and an erect stem bearing a few leaves and a few flowers. The flowers are yellow, with five petals.
Uses & Benefits
Momordica littorea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Momordica littorea are small, yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Momordica littorea is a hardy, low-maintenance annual that can be propagated from seed. To propagate, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, bright location. Water the seeds sparingly and wait for new growth to appear before watering again. Once the seedlings have taken root, they can be transplanted into a larger pot.
Where to Find Momordica littorea
Momordica littorea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Momordica littorea FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Momordica littorea?
Momordica littorea is found in tropical wetlands in South America.
What are the characteristics of Momordica littorea?
Momordica littorea is a small aquatic plant with bright green, glossy leaves and small white flowers.
How can Momordica littorea be propagated?
Momordica littorea can be propagated by seed or division.
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,