Green Skin Bitter Melon
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Green Skin Bitter Melon or Bitter Gourd, also known as "Bitter Squash," "Balsam Pear," "Karela," or "Goya," is a tropical vine that belongs to the gourd family, widely grown in Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean for its green-skinned, smooth-warted fruit. Bitter melon originated in India and was introduced into China in the 14th century. It is used for both culinary and medicinal properties to treat treat diabetes, cancer, viral infections, and immune disorders.
| Species | Bitter Melon, Green Skin |
| Vegetable Size | 6-8 inches long |
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Days to Germinate |
7-14 days |
|
Days to Harvest |
55 |
|
Germination Rate |
85% |
|
Test Date |
8/21 |
|
Lifespan |
Annual; Perennial in Zones 10-11 |
| Country of Origin |
United States |
| Sunlight |
Full Sun, Partial Shade |
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Seeds Packed For |
2022 |
Planting Instructions:
Plant 1 inch deep in soil after danger of frost has passed in Spring and soil temperature is at least 70F, in mostly sunny areas. Bitter Melon grow ups to 16 feet long vines and trellising is recommended.
| Within-Row Spacing | 5 feet |
| Between-Row Spacing | 10 feet |
Nutrition Facts:
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| Calories 23 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat 0 g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat 0.1 g | |
| Monounsaturated fat 0 g | |
| Cholesterol 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7 mg | 0% |
| Potassium 396 mg | 11% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber 2.5 g | 10% |
| Sugar 2.4 g | |
| Protein 1 g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2% | Vitamin C | 68% |
| Calcium | 1% | Iron | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0% | Vitamin B-6 | 5% |
| Cobalamin | 0% | Magnesium | 5% |
| *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
