Trichosanthes laceribractea

Trichosanthes laceribractea

Family: Cucurbitaceae

It grows in dense forests or valleys. As a vine, it can climb upward on other trees or rocks, producing white flowers with fringes that can be easily recognized. After the flowers wither in late autumn, it produces small green fruits with white spots. When the fruit ripens, it turns into large red oval-shaped fruits that are always consumed by some wild animals.

Sowing instructions: Sow seeds in summer in a well drained medium.

Locality: Ex Hort. Harvest: March 2024