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prickly cucumber

Echinocystis lobata

Taxonomy

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

About

Echinocystis is a monotypic genus in the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae. The sole species is E. lobata, commonly called wild cucumber, prickly cucumber, or balsam apple. It is an annual, sprawling plant that is native to North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of prickly cucumber?
The scientific name of prickly cucumber is Echinocystis lobata.
What kingdom does prickly cucumber belong to?
prickly cucumber belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does prickly cucumber belong to?
prickly cucumber belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does prickly cucumber belong to?
prickly cucumber belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does prickly cucumber belong to?
prickly cucumber belongs to the order Cucurbitales.
What family does prickly cucumber belong to?
prickly cucumber belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae.
What genus does prickly cucumber belong to?
prickly cucumber belongs to the genus Echinocystis.