Cucumis prophetarum
Cucumis prophetarum
Cucumis prophetarum (pronunciation: koo-KOO-mis pro-FET-a-rum) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cucurbitaceae. It is native to Africa and the Middle East.
Etymology
The genus name Cucumis is derived from the Latin word for cucumber, while prophetarum is Latin for "of the prophets". The species was named by the Swiss botanist Augustin Pyramus de Candolle in 1824.
Description
Cucumis prophetarum is a climbing or trailing herbaceous plant with tendrils. It produces small, yellow flowers and small, round fruits that are initially green, turning yellow as they mature. The fruits are edible and have a sweet taste.
Distribution and habitat
Cucumis prophetarum is found in a wide range of habitats in Africa and the Middle East, from sea level to altitudes of up to 2,000 metres. It is particularly common in semi-arid regions.
Related terms
- Cucurbitaceae: The plant family to which Cucumis prophetarum belongs.
- Augustin Pyramus de Candolle: The botanist who named the species.
- Tendril: A slender, coiling plant structure used for support and climbing.
- Herbaceous plant: A plant that has leaves and stems that die down at the end of the growing season to the soil level.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cucumis prophetarum
- Wikipedia's article - Cucumis prophetarum
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