Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
postarii
ID:
415795

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.de Wilde & Duyfjes

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 14: 26 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000415127

Common Names

  • Postarii Trichosanthes
  • Postarii Snakegourd
  • Postarii Trichosanthe

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Description

Trichosanthes postarii (also called Postar's trichosanthes, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky areas. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Trichosanthes postarii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers have been used to make wreaths and bouquets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichosanthes postarii is small, yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichosanthes postarii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be divided with a spade, whilst smaller clumps can be divided by pulling them apart with your hands.

Where to Find Trichosanthes postarii

Trichosanthes postarii is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Trichosanthes postarii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichosanthes postarii?

Trichosanthes postarii

What type of plant is Trichosanthes postarii?

Trichosanthes postarii is a species of flowering plant in the family Cucurbitaceae.

Where is Trichosanthes postarii found?

Trichosanthes postarii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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

Willem Jan Jacobus Oswald de Wilde (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.de Wilde' in the authors string.
Brigitta Emma Elisabeth Duyfjes (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duyfjes' in the authors string.