Vegetables

Mexican cucumber

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Hardiness Grown as an annual (zone 10+ as a perennial)

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Family Cucurbitaceae

The Mexican cucumber , also known as the melothria or cucamelon, produces tiny oval fruits, green and striped like mini watermelons. Their crunchy flesh has a fresh, slightly lemony taste, perfect for salads, marinades or eaten plain. Climbing and very easy to grow, this original plant is also very ornamental and productive all summer long. Guaranteed happiness with children.

Mexican cucumber

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Hardiness zoneGrown as an annual (zone 10+ as a perennial)