Cucumis dipsaceus
Family Cucurbitaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Naturalised |
| Common names | Hedgehog Cucumber, Hedgehog Gourd, Teasel Gourd, Tiger's Egg, Wild Spiny Cucumber |
| Synonyms | Cucumis dasycarpa Hochst. ex A. Rich. |
| Longevity | Annual |
| Growth form | Herb, Vine/scrambler/climber |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Information unavailable |
| Maximum height (m) | Information unavailable |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | Information unavailable |
| Native range | Eastern Africa |
| Exotic range (Australia) | NSW, QLD |
| Exotic range (other) | Pacific Ocean Islands, Central America, Mexico |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Disturbed areas (including trails) |
| Soil type (exotic) | Well drained |
| Decade of introduction | 1950 |
This species is available for purchase online in Australia (current as of May 2013)
Rating [?]
| Climate scenario | Australia | ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current climate | 30 | 14 | 32 | 24 | 38 | 22 | 18 | 20 | 24 |
| RCP 8.5 2035 | 30 | 10 | 32 | 22 | 36 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 24 |
| RCP 8.5 2065 | 30 | 10 | 30 | 22 | 34 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 24 |
Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences
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Current suitable habitat
2035 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
2065 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
Recorded occurrences
(Australia)
Recorded occurrences
(global)
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