Cucurbita okeechobeensis subsp. okeechobeensis
Indian Pumpkin, Okeechobee Gourd
Also known as: Pepo okeechobeensis (Small) L.H.Bailey
- Pepo okeechobeensis (Small) L.H.Bailey
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Cucurbitaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Cucurbita okeechobeensis subsp. okeechobeensis (commonly known as Indian pumpkin or Okeechobee gourd) is an annual within the Cucurbitaceae family. It naturally occurs in North America and South America. Within its native range, this subspecies is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Cucurbita okeechobeensis, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean, Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Dominican Republic, Florida
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