Status:
valid
Authors:
Kattuk. & V.T.Antony
Source:
ksu
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 24: 541 (2006 publ. 2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507650
Common Names
- Momordica sahyadrica
- Sahyadri Momordica
- Sahyadri Balsam Apple
Description
Momordica sahyadrica (also called Sahyadri Momordica, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to India. It has small, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Momordica sahyadrica has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Momordica sahyadrica has yellow flowers with white centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, green and have a succulent texture.
Cultivation and Propagation
Momordica sahyadrica is a tropical vine native to Southeast Asia. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Once germinated, the seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a warm, humid environment until they are ready to be planted in the garden.
Where to Find Momordica sahyadrica
Momordica sahyadrica can be found in the tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Momordica sahyadrica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Momordica sahyadrica?
Momordica sahyadrica
What is the common name of Momordica sahyadrica?
Sahyadric momordica
What is the natural habitat of Momordica sahyadrica?
It is native to India and is found in dry 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
V.T. Antony: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.T.Antony' in the authors string.