Coccinia palmata (Scarlet Gourd)

Coccinia palmata (Scarlet Gourd) creamy white flower close up on deep green foliage vine leaves.
Coccinia palmata (Scarlet Gourd) creamy white flower against a dense background of lobed green leaves.

Botanical name: Coccinia palmata

Common name: Scarlet Gourd

Family: Cucurbitaceae

Origin: Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWhite, off-white flowers

Similar plants: Coccinia palmata (Scarlet Gourd)


Coccinia palmata (Scarlet Gourd) yellow flower amidst dense green leaves, climbing vine plant close up.
Coccinia palmata (Scarlet Gourd) cream flower close up with orange center on green foliage
Coccinia palmata (Scarlet Gourd) green leaves close up isolated on a yellow background


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