Papuasicyos belensis (Merr. & L.M.Perry) H.Schaef. & S.S.Renner

Species

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Characteristics

A monoecious herb. It grows 0.013-0.028m high.
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Growth form herb
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Sexuality monoecy
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Mature height (meter) 0.01 - 0.03
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Hardiness (USDA) 9-12

Usage

Uses medicinal
Edible fruits
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Distribution

Papuasicyos belensis world distribution map, present in Ghana and Papua New Guinea

Identifiers

LSID urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77110574-1
WFO ID wfo-0000748743
COL ID 4CLLV
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Synonyms

Melothria belensis Urceodiscus belensis Papuasicyos belensis Urceodiscus belensis var. conferta Urceodiscus belensis var. laxa