Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
obscura
ID:
409332

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rugayah

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 11: 269 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408664

Common Names

  • Obscura Trichosanthes
  • Obscura Snake Gourd
  • Obscura Trichosanthes

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Description

Trichosanthes obscura (also called 'Snake Gourd', 'Serpent Gourd', 'Chichinga', among many other common names) is a climbing vine native to tropical Asia and Africa. It is characterized by its large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers, and grows in moist, shady places, such as near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Trichosanthes obscura is a popular ornamental plant, used to decorate gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak, and its leaves are used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trichosanthes obscura has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, straight stem with a tuft of long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichosanthes obscura is a fast-growing, evergreen, shrub or small tree. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained medium. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Trichosanthes obscura

Trichosanthes obscura is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Trichosanthes obscura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichosanthes obscura?

Trichosanthes obscura

What is the common name of Trichosanthes obscura?

Obscure Trichosanthes

Where is Trichosanthes obscura native to?

India

Species in the Trichosanthes genus

Trichosanthes hastata, Trichosanthes globosa, Trichosanthes fissibracteata, Trichosanthes ellipsoidea, Trichosanthes dolichosperma, Trichosanthes edulis, Trichosanthes floresana, Trichosanthes elmeri, Trichosanthes emarginata, Trichosanthes erosa, Trichosanthes laeoica, Trichosanthes kirilowii, Trichosanthes kostermansii, Trichosanthes khasiana, Trichosanthes hosokawae, Trichosanthes ishigakiensis, Trichosanthes dentifera, Trichosanthes inthanonensis, Trichosanthes auriculata, Trichosanthes beccariana, Trichosanthes dieniensis, Trichosanthes cucumerina, Trichosanthes borneensis, Trichosanthes densiflora, Trichosanthes cucumeroides, Trichosanthes celebica, Trichosanthes coriacea, Trichosanthes costata, Trichosanthes sumatrana, Trichosanthes siamensis, Trichosanthes leuserensis, Trichosanthes scabra, Trichosanthes schlechteri, Trichosanthes sepilokensis, Trichosanthes subvelutina, Trichosanthes truncata, Trichosanthes valida, Trichosanthes villosula, Trichosanthes wawraei, Trichosanthes pedata, Trichosanthes papuana, Trichosanthes pendula, Trichosanthes pentaphylla, Trichosanthes longispicata, Trichosanthes miyagii, Trichosanthes montana, Trichosanthes mucronata, Trichosanthes philippinensis, Trichosanthes refracta, Trichosanthes rosthornii,

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