Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
pachysteloides
ID:
256281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mildbr. ex Hutch. & Dalziel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Trop. Afr. 2: 13 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255613

Common Names

  • Pachysteloides Omphalocarpum
  • Omphalocarpum pachysteloides
  • Pachysteloides's Omphalocarpum

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Synonyms

  • Ituridendron bequaertii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Tridesmostemon bequaertii (De Wild.) Baehni [unknown]
  • Vanderystia congolensis De Wild. [unknown]

Description

Omphalocarpum pachysteloides (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 pachysteloides 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 pachysteloides is yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long, with a single, small leaf at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Omphalocarpum pachysteloides is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 54 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 pachysteloides

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

Omphalocarpum pachysteloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Omphalocarpum pachysteloides?

Omphalocarpum pachysteloides

What are the common names of Omphalocarpum pachysteloides?

Coconut tree, Coconut palm

What are the uses of Omphalocarpum pachysteloides?

The fruits of Omphalocarpum pachysteloides are edible and are used in traditional medicine

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-139073: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Gottfried Wilhelm Johannes Mildbraed (1879-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mildbr.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.