Contains 2 accepted taxa overall.
Characteristics
Classification
Citation
CUCURBITA Linnaeus, Sp. Pl. 1010. 1753.
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TYPE: Cucurbita pepo L., typ. cons. propos.
Species
| Scientific Name | Common Name | Herbarium Specimens | Status | Photos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cucurbita foetidissima | Coyote Gourd, Buffalo Gourd | |||
| Cucurbita pepo | Pumpkin, Zucchini, Ornamental Gourd, Vegetable Marrow |
Identification Key
1. Petiole stipitate-glandular; leaf blade deltoid, longer than wide
1. Petiole eglandular; leaf blade suborbicular to ovate, about as wide as long
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2. Corolla bright yellow to orange; calyx lobes 2-4 cm long
2. Corolla cream; calyx lobes 0.5-0.8 cm long
Genus Synonyms
| Synonym | Full Citation | Basionym | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| No synonyms found. | |||