Citrullus sp.
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Family: Cucurbitaceae · Type: Annual · Not Native
Citrullus sp. is a non-native California annual in the Cucurbitaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Cucurbita: Citrullus tendrils branch like forks; Cucurbita tendrils never branch.; vs Cucumis: Citrullus leaves are lacy and finely divided; Cucumis leaves have simple, broad lobes.; vs Solanum: Citrullus has branched tendrils and vine habit; Solanum lacks tendrils entirely.; vs Brandegea: Citrullus has large yellow flowers over 2 cm; Brandegea has tiny white flowers under 3 mm.; vs Marah: Citrullus flowers are yellow and flat; Marah flowers are white/cream.
Frequently asked questions
Is Citrullus sp. native to California?
No. Citrullus sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Citrullus sp. belong to?
Citrullus sp. is in the Cucurbitaceae family, genus Citrullus.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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