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abobrinha-do-mato

Melothria pendula

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Brazil, China, Colombia, Japan, and Taiwan.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Spanish pepinello
Portuguese abobrinha-do-mato

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of abobrinha-do-mato?
The scientific name of abobrinha-do-mato is Melothria pendula. It belongs to the genus Melothria.
What is the conservation status of abobrinha-do-mato?
abobrinha-do-mato (Melothria pendula) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does abobrinha-do-mato live?
abobrinha-do-mato is found in Distributed across Brazil, China, Colombia, Japan, and Taiwan.. Countries include Brazil, China, Colombia, Japan, Taiwan.
What family does abobrinha-do-mato belong to?
abobrinha-do-mato (Melothria pendula) belongs to the genus Melothria, which is part of the taxonomic family Cucurbitaceae.
Is abobrinha-do-mato endangered?
No, abobrinha-do-mato (Melothria pendula) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does abobrinha-do-mato belong to?
abobrinha-do-mato (Melothria pendula) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of abobrinha-do-mato?
The closest relatives of abobrinha-do-mato in the genus Melothria include lipupu.

Native Range — 5 Countries

Genus Melothria — 2 Species

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abobrinha-do-mato
Melothria pendula
LC
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lipupu
Melothria sphaerocarpa
NE

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