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Apr 25, 2024 · Bottle gourd, (Lagenaria siceraria), running or climbing vine of the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae), native to tropical Africa but cultivated in warm climates around the world for its ornamental and useful hard-shelled fruits.
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May 4, 2024 · cucumber, (Cucumis sativus), creeping plant of the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae), widely cultivated for its edible fruit. The nutritional value of the cucumber is low, but its delicate flavour makes it popular for salads and relishes. Small fruits are often pickled.
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Apr 18, 2024 · The genus Cucurbita (Cucurbitaceae) is thought to have an American origin , and comprises 20–27 species , the majority of which are herbaceous. Five species are cultivated: C. argyrosperma , C. maxima , C. moschata , C. ficifolia and C. pepo ; these are popular, economically important crops (gourds, squashes and pumpkins) and are widely ...
5 days ago · Cucurbitaceae (cucumber family) The cucurbits, as they are called, number 750 species worldwide; most species are vines. The flowers vary from barely noticeable to large and conspicuous. The fruits range from small and dry to large and tasty; the latter include cucumbers, squash, and melons.
Apr 30, 2024 · What are cruciferous vegetables? Cruciferous vegetables belong to the genus Brassica. They’re called cruciferous because their four-petaled flowers look like a crucifix, or a cross. And their rich colors are an indication of just how nutrient-packed they are.
Apr 16, 2024 · Despite this, many Cucurbitaceae crops retain genetic information from their diploid progenitors, displaying genetic stability unusual in polyploid evolution. The study of Chinese cabbage and...
4 days ago · Cucumis sativus, an annual creeping vine, is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, which also includes pumpkin, zucchini, watermelon, and squash.
