Omphalocarpum mayumbense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mayumbense
ID:
256276
Status:
valid
Authors:
Greves
Source:
wcs
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 65(Suppl. 2): 70 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255608
Common Names
- Mayumbense Omphalocarpum
- Omphalocarpum mayumbense
- Mayumbense's Omphalocarpum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Omphalocarpum mayumbense (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 mayumbense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its wood is used for making furniture and tools.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Omphalocarpum mayumbense is white in color and has a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Omphalocarpum mayumbense is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 46 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 mayumbense
Omphalocarpum mayumbense can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Peru.
Omphalocarpum mayumbense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Omphalocarpum mayumbense?
Omphalocarpum mayumbense
What is the natural habitat of Omphalocarpum mayumbense?
The natural habitat of Omphalocarpum mayumbense is tropical rainforests.
What is the distribution of Omphalocarpum mayumbense?
The distribution of Omphalocarpum mayumbense is limited to Central and South America.
Species in the Omphalocarpum genus
Omphalocarpum adolfi-friederici, Omphalocarpum agglomeratum, Omphalocarpum ahia, Omphalocarpum bequaertii, Omphalocarpum boyankombo, Omphalocarpum bracteatum, Omphalocarpum brieyi, Omphalocarpum busange, Omphalocarpum cabrae, Omphalocarpum claessensii, Omphalocarpum elatum, Omphalocarpum ghesquierei, Omphalocarpum lecomteanum, Omphalocarpum lescrauwaetii, Omphalocarpum lujai, Omphalocarpum massoko, Omphalocarpum mayumbense, Omphalocarpum mortehanii, Omphalocarpum ogouense, Omphalocarpum pachysteloides, Omphalocarpum pedicellatum, Omphalocarpum procerum, Omphalocarpum sankuruense, Omphalocarpum sphaerocarpum, Omphalocarpum strombocarpum, Omphalocarpum torosum, Omphalocarpum vermoesenii,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-139069: Based on the initial data import
S. Greves: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greves' in the authors string.