Status:
valid
Authors:
Hampshire
Source:
tro
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Novon 4: 35 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301324
Common Names
- Selysia bidentata
- Two-toothed Selysia
- Bidentata Selysia
Description
Selysia bidentata (also called 'Fusiform Gourd', among many other common names) is an annual or perennial vine that can reach up to 4 meters in length. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in desert scrub and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Selysia bidentata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It can also be used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Selysia bidentata are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Selysia bidentata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Selysia bidentata
Selysia bidentata is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize. It can be found in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Selysia bidentata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Selysia bidentata?
Selysia bidentata
What is the common name of Selysia bidentata?
Two-toothed Selysia
What is the natural habitat of Selysia bidentata?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Selysia genus
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,