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Bitter Gourd, Bitter Melon, Balsam Pear 'Large Top'

Momordicacharantia

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Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Momordica (mo-MOR-di-ka)
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Species
charantia (char-AN-tee-a)
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
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Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Vines and Climbers
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Where to Grow

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Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | February 2008 | neutral

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