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5 Seeds
Cucamelon, Melothria scabra, Mouse melon, Mexican miniature watermelon, Pepquinos
Perennial. Cucamelon is native to Mexico and Central America - where it is called sandiita because it bears tiny watermelon lookalikes small enough to fit in a teaspoon.
It is a pretty, high-yielding vine with tiny leaves and small yellow flowers about four millimeters in diameter.
They need a sheltered sunny site and can be planted 15cm apart to get the most out of a small space - thus perfect for the cottage garden.
It will also do well in a hanging basket and can be grown on a bright windowsill in a warm living room.
Cucamelons are delicate to begin - but they will soon begin to fill out and need a trellis.
They are drought and pest resistant.
Cucamelon has the flavor of pure cucumber with a tinge of lime. They can be eaten raw in the same way as traditional cucumbers.
