Cucurbita palmata
Coyote Gourd, Coyote Melon
Also known as: Cucurbita californica Torr. ex S.Watson
- Cucurbita californica Torr. ex S.Watson
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cucurbitaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.
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Cucurbita palmata (commonly known as Coyote gourd or Coyote Melon) is a tuberous plant within the Cucurbitaceae family. It is found natively in North America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, California, Mexico Northwest, Nevada, Utah