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Bitter Melon Seeds | USA Chinese Gourd Asian Calabash Luffa Squash Wax For 2021
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Description
Bitter Melon Seed, Non GMO, Organic, Heirloom, USA, FAST GROWING, FAST SHIPPING, 10CT.Seeds are fresh, 7-14 days to germination. 1 package contains 10+ count seeds.
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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
Days to Germinate
7-14 days
Days to Harvest
55
Germination Rate
85%
Test Date
8/20
Lifespan
Annual; Perennial in Zones 10-11
Country of Origin
United States
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Seeds Packed For
2021
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:
Bitter Melon, pods, boiled
Amount Per
1 cup (1/2" pieces) (124 g)
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.