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Chinese Cucumber, scientifically known as Trichosanthes kirilowii, is a perennial vine native to regions including Cambodia, China North-Central and Southeast, Japan, Korea, Laos, Nansei-shoto, and Vietnam. Chinese Cucumber (Latin: Trichosanthes kirilowii) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Chinese Cucumber is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Chinese Cucumber is a member native to CBD, CHN, CHS, JAP, KOR, and LAO. Chinese Cucumber thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Chinese Cucumber grows best in USDA zone 8-11, full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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