Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wight & Arn.) H.J.de Boer
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 12: 31. 2012 [19 April 2012] (epublished)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423432
Description
Trichosanthes tubiflora (also called 'Tube-flowered Trichosanthes', among many other common names) is a vine native to India and Southeast Asia. It has small, white flowers, and grows in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Trichosanthes tubiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Trichosanthes tubiflora are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichosanthes tubiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Both methods of propagation should be done in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Trichosanthes tubiflora
Trichosanthes tubiflora is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in moist, shaded areas such as forests and riverbanks.
Trichosanthes tubiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichosanthes tubiflora?
Trichosanthes tubiflora
What is the common name of Trichosanthes tubiflora?
Tubular snake gourd
What is the natural habitat of Trichosanthes tubiflora?
It is found in moist forests in the Himalayas of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
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
Hugo J. de Boer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.de Boer' in the authors string.