Marah — 2 species
Botanical species in the genus Marah recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Marah fabacea
Marah fabacea
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Cultivation
Marah fabacea is native to the mediterranean-type climate of California, where it experiences long, hot summers and cool, moist winters. It is not a very cold-hardy plant, being able to tolerate short periods with temperatures falling to between -5 and -10°c. Requires a sunny position in a rich, well-drained soil and abundant moisture.
Full cultivation guide →Marah macrocarpa
Marah macrocarpa
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Cultivation
Marah macrocarpa is native to the mediterranean-type climate of California, where it experiences long, hot summers and cool, moist winters. It is not a very cold-hardy plant, being able to tolerate short periods with temperatures falling to between -5 and -10°c. Prefers a sunny position in a well-drained rich soil with abundant moisture.
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