Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cucurbitaceae

Genus:

Sicyos

Species:

Sicyos lanceoloideus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Vine

Height:

More than 40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov, dec

Bloom Colors:

White

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to tropical regions, prefers organic matter