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Igel-Gurke

Cucumis dipsaceus

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (Belgium, Sweden), North America (4 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).

🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇺 Cuba 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇲🇽 Mexico

Names in Other Languages

Spanish pepino diablito
German Igel-Gurke

Similar Species in Cucumis

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Gurke
Cucumis sativus
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Zuckermelone
Cucumis melo
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Gooseberry gourd
Cucumis myriocarpus
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West indian gherkin
Cucumis anguria
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Igel-Gurke?
The scientific name of Igel-Gurke is Cucumis dipsaceus. It belongs to the genus Cucumis.
Where does Igel-Gurke live?
Igel-Gurke is found in Widely distributed across Europe (Belgium, Sweden), North America (4 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Mexico, Sweden, United States.
What family does Igel-Gurke belong to?
Igel-Gurke (Cucumis dipsaceus) belongs to the genus Cucumis, which is part of the taxonomic family Cucurbitaceae.
What kingdom does Igel-Gurke belong to?
Igel-Gurke (Cucumis dipsaceus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Igel-Gurke?
The closest relatives of Igel-Gurke in the genus Cucumis include Gurke, Zuckermelone, Gooseberry gourd, West indian gherkin.

Native Range — 8 Countries

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Genus Cucumis — 5 Species

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Gurke
Cucumis sativus
NE
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Igel-Gurke
Cucumis dipsaceus
NE
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Zuckermelone
Cucumis melo
NE 🐾
Gooseberry gourd
Cucumis myriocarpus
NE 🐾
West indian gherkin
Cucumis anguria
NE
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