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Momordica foetida

Momordica foetida

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Cucurbitales ›Family: Cucurbitaceae ›Genus: Momordica

About

Momordica foetida is a perennial climbing vine native of tropical Africa, closely related to the bitter melon (M. charantia) and balsam apple (M. balsamina). Its species name ("bad-smelling") refers to its unpleasant smell. It was previously named M. morkorra (A. Rich) and M. cordata (Cogn.)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Momordica foetida?
The scientific name of Momordica foetida is Momordica foetida.
What is the conservation status of Momordica foetida?
The Momordica foetida has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Momordica foetida belong to?
Momordica foetida belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Momordica foetida belong to?
Momordica foetida belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Momordica foetida belong to?
Momordica foetida belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Momordica foetida belong to?
Momordica foetida belongs to the order Cucurbitales.
What family does Momordica foetida belong to?
Momordica foetida belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae.
What genus does Momordica foetida belong to?
Momordica foetida belongs to the genus Momordica.