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West indian gherkin

Cucumis anguria

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (Taiwan, Yemen), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (5 countries).

🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇧🇿 Belize 🇨🇷 Costa Rica 🇾🇪 Yemen 🇬🇹 Guatemala 🇭🇳 Honduras 🇦🇷 Argentina 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇸🇷 Suriname 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇲🇽 Mexico

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Cucumis anguria (West indian gherkin)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish pepino cimarrón

Portuguese maxixe

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of West indian gherkin?

The scientific name of West indian gherkin is Cucumis anguria. It belongs to the genus Cucumis.

Where does West indian gherkin live?

West indian gherkin is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (Taiwan, Yemen), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belize, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico.

What family does West indian gherkin belong to?

West indian gherkin (Cucumis anguria) belongs to the genus Cucumis, which is part of the taxonomic family Cucurbitaceae.

What kingdom does West indian gherkin belong to?

West indian gherkin (Cucumis anguria) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of West indian gherkin?

The closest relatives of West indian gherkin in the genus Cucumis include Hedgehog gourd, Gooseberry gourd, Cantaloupe, Cucumber.