Melothria scabra - Seeds

Melothria scabra is a vine grown for its edible fruit. Fruit are about the size of grapes and taste like cucumbers with a tinge of sourness. 


Height: 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8m)

Spacing: 9-12 in. (22-30cm)

Sun Exposure: Full Sun

Bloom Color: Bright Yellow

Bloom Time: Late Summer/Early Fall

Foliage: Herbaceous

Other Details: Average water needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Propagation Methods: From seed; direct sow after last frost


Others

Starts out slow then grows extremely fast. Vine is very thin. Unique among cucurbits in that female flowers appear before male flowers, not the reverse. The vines can fill out a fence.

Small cucumber-like fruit are shaped like baby watermelons. They are good added to salads or can be pickled. They have a cucumber-like taste with a touch of lemon. The ornamental vines have tiny leaves and flowers and are perfect for the cottage garden. Very unique and fun for kids. Huge yields.

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