Trichosanthes cucumerina subsp. villosula
Also known as: Anguina villosula (Cogn.) Kuntze +2 more
- Anguina villosula (Cogn.) Kuntze
- Trichosanthes villosula Cogn.
- Trichosanthes villosula var. nilgirensis Kundu
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Cucurbitaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a climbing perennial.
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Trichosanthes cucumerina subsp. villosula is a climbing plant within the Cucurbitaceae family. It is found natively in Tropical Asia. In its natural range, this subspecies typically occurs in wet tropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Trichosanthes cucumerina, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Climber / Vine
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TROPICAL
Regions (WGSRPD)
Indian Subcontinent
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
India
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Assam, Bangladesh
Base Species & Variations