Cucumis melo momordica
Cucumis melo momordica
Safety & Hazards
The sprouting seed produces a toxic substance in its embryo[ 65 Title A Colour Atlas of Poisonous Plants. Publication Author Frohne. D. and Pfänder. J. Publisher Wolfe Year 1984 ISBN 0723408394 Description Brilliant. Goes into technical details but in a very readable way. The best work on the subject that I've come across so far. ].
Botanical Description
Cucumis melo momordica is an annual plant, able to climb with the help of tendrils, but more commonly sprawling along the ground. The plant is sometimes cultivated for its edible fruit from the warm temperate zone to tropical areas. Melons also provide an edible oil and have various traditional medicinal applications. This form of the melon is also of value in breeding programmes for conferring pest and disease resistance.