Momordica Species

Momordicarostrata

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Momordica (mo-MOR-di-ka)
Species
rostrata (ro-STRAY-tuh)
Synonym
Momordica microphylla
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage
Deciduous
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Grenoble, Rhône-Alpes

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Gardener's Notes:

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Acton, CA (Zone 8b) | August 2004 | neutral

African caudiciform cucumber with thin, vining growth in summers and pale yellow to gold flowers.

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