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Cucumis melo agrestis, commonly known as wild melon or bitter gourd, is an annual plant native to regions including Afghanistan, Angola, Chad, Eritrea, Ethiopia, the Gulf States, and India. Cucumis melo agrestis (Latin: Cucumis melo agrestis, family Cucurbitaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Cucumis melo agrestis is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Cucumis melo agrestis is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family native to AFG, ANG, CHA, ERI, ETH, and GST. Cucumis melo agrestis thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Cucumis melo agrestis grows best in USDA zone 9-11, full sun light, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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