Thladiantha dubia (Cucurbitaceae)

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Thladiantha dubia
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The Thladiantha dubia plant species is found in E. Asia - N.E. China, Korea. Naturalized in C. and S.E. Europe[50]. It is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Thladiantha dubia
Family:  Cucurbitaceae
Author:  Bunge.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Riparian meadows and sandy coasts[74].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in almost any soil that is well-drained[1, 200]. Prefers a fertile soil in a sunny but sheltered position[188]. Hardy to about -20°c[187]. Although the plant is hardy, it grows better on a sunny wall[1]. A fast-growing plant, climbing by means of tendrils[188]. It grows well on fences etc and can be used as a screen over unsightly objects, though it dies back to the roots each winter[233]. The young shoots require protection (the report does not specify from what)[187]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if fruit and seed is required.

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