Bitter Gourd, Bitter Melon 'Long White'

Momordicacharantia

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Momordica (mo-MOR-di-ka)
Species
charantia (char-AN-tee-a)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Pale Green
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Old Bridge, New Jersey

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Gardener's Notes:

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neutral
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Old Bridge, NJ | July 2010 | positive

not many people like this vegetable, some saw it, some don't like the taste, but it is very healthy for you - it is known to be rich in i...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | May 2005 | neutral

Available from AgroHaitai, which offers this description; "An early to medium white variety. Vigorous growing and disease resistant. The ...Read More

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