Fruit VegetablesPrincipiante
Cucamelon (Mexican Sour Gherkin)
Melothria scabra
Nombre Científico
Melothria scabra
Familia
Cucurbitaceae
Origen
Mexico and Central America
Tipo
Annual vine
60-75 days
Usos Culinarios
Sabor: Cucumber with citrus tang, slightly sour
- Fresh snacking (like tiny watermelons)
- Cocktail garnishes
- Pickled as gherkins
- Salads and appetizers
- Salsas and tacos
Calendario de Plantación
Sembrar en Interior
MarchApril
Sembrar al Aire Libre
MayJune
Cosecha
JulyAugustSeptemberOctober
Beneficios para la Salud
- High in antioxidants
- Contains vitamins C and K
- Low calorie snack
- Hydrating
- Traditional Mexican digestive aid