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Wachskürbis

Benincasa hispida

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The Chinese-watermelon (Benincasa hispida) is a species in the genus Benincasa. Native to Australia, Maldives, Philippines, Seychelles, and Taiwan.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (4 countries), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Tonga).

🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇵🇭 Philippines 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇹🇱 Timor-Leste 🇹🇴 Tonga 🇦🇺 Australia 🇲🇻 Maldives

Names in Other Languages

Spanish calabaza blanca
French courge à cire
German Wachskürbis
Portuguese abóbora-d'água
Indonesian kundur

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Cucurbitaceae
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Benincasa
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Wachskürbis?
The scientific name of Wachskürbis is Benincasa hispida. It belongs to the genus Benincasa.
Where does Wachskürbis live?
Wachskürbis is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (4 countries), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Tonga).. Countries include Australia, Maldives, Philippines, Seychelles, Taiwan, Timor-Leste, Tonga.
What family does Wachskürbis belong to?
Wachskürbis (Benincasa hispida) belongs to the genus Benincasa, which is part of the taxonomic family Cucurbitaceae.
What kingdom does Wachskürbis belong to?
Wachskürbis (Benincasa hispida) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

Native Range — 7 Countries

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Genus Benincasa — 1 Species

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Wachskürbis
Benincasa hispida
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