Cucumis Metuliferus
40 SEEDS
African Horned Cucumber
African Horned Cucumber
Also widely known as Kiwano, native to Africa, the African Horned cucumber is a climbing vine with spiny fruit that is best left to ripen to orange and eaten as a fruit. This very attractive yellow mature fruit is reminiscent of banana, lime and cucumber.
When watering, avoid watering leaves directly to prevent mildew.
Health & Culinary Notes
- Lovely juiced, eaten as a fruit with yoghurt or tossed through a salad.
- This African delight is high in vitamin K, C and B5.
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