Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
ghesquierei
ID:
256268

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Pl. Bequaert. 4: 87 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255600

Common Names

  • Ghesquierei Omphalocarpum
  • Omphalocarpum ghesquierei
  • Ghesquierei's Omphalocarpum

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Description

Omphalocarpum ghesquierei (also called African Cucumber, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to tropical Africa. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Omphalocarpum ghesquierei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its wood is used for making furniture and tools.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Omphalocarpum ghesquierei has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Omphalocarpum ghesquierei is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 36 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Omphalocarpum ghesquierei

Omphalocarpum ghesquierei can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Peru.

Omphalocarpum ghesquierei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Omphalocarpum ghesquierei?

Omphalocarpum ghesquierei

What is the natural habitat of Omphalocarpum ghesquierei?

The natural habitat of Omphalocarpum ghesquierei is tropical rainforests.

What is the distribution of Omphalocarpum ghesquierei?

The distribution of Omphalocarpum ghesquierei is limited to Central and South America.

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

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