Indian wild cucumber-melon, Kachri 20 PCS fresh seeds, Organic seeds, Heirloom seeds, Non GMO

🌱 Cucumis pubescens — Indian Wild Cucumber Melon, Kachri, Wild Melon

A wild variety of cucumber or melon, the Indian Wild Cucumber Melon, Kachri, or Wild Melon is a unique vegetable that grows in the arid desert regions of India, especially in Rajasthan. The seeds we offer are organic, heirloom, and non-GMO.

🌿 Botanical Description

The Indian Wild Cucumber Melon, Kachri, or Wild Melon has a stem that can reach 2-2.5 meters in height. The fruit initially appears as a small, brownish-yellow melon or cucumber, which can be bitter but develops a sweet and sour flavor as it ripens, reminiscent of a combination of cucumber and melon.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sowing depth: 1-2 cm, timing: late April to early May, pre-treatment: soak seeds in a damp cloth at 25-30°C (77-86°F) for 2-3 days.
• Germination temperature and time: 25-28°C (77-82°F), 2-3 days.
• Soil type: fertile, light, and well-drained, pH: not specified.
• Watering and fertilization: regular, abundant watering with settled water daily and fertilizing with mineral and organic fertilizers.
• USDA Hardiness Zone and frost tolerance: not specified.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

The Indian Wild Cucumber Melon, Kachri, or Wild Melon is native to the arid desert regions of India, especially in Rajasthan. It prefers a sunny, wind-protected location.

✨ Interesting Facts

The Indian Wild Cucumber Melon, Kachri, or Wild Melon is prized for its piquant flavor and is used as a seasoning and meat tenderizer. It can be eaten fresh as a vegetable for chutneys, curries, and other dishes, and also dried and ground into powder.