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Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during the growing season. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering during dormancy.
Also known as Chinese Cucumber · Chinese Snake Gourd · Chinese-Cucumber
Trichosanthes kirilowii, a perennial climbing vine from East Asia, is valued for its medicinal properties and edible fruits.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
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Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Water more frequently during hot weather and less in cooler months.
Well-draining, fertile loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
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Grows best in warm temperatures.
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Ideal range is 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
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Feed regularly during the growing season.
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Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during the growing season. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering during dormancy.
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged wood and to shape the vine. Thin out overcrowded stems to improve air circulation and fruit production.
Propagate by seeds sown in spring or by stem cuttings taken in summer. Seeds may require stratification. Cuttings root best in moist, well-draining medium.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Trichosanthes Kirilowii (Trichosanthes kirilowii)
Where Trichosanthes Kirilowii (Trichosanthes kirilowii) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Cucurbitales |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Genus | Trichosanthes |
| Species | Trichosanthes kirilowii |
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