Mouse Melon Cucumber, Slicing (Melothria scabra) Weight:1/2 LB (~ 80000 Seeds) long cone-shaped head Beautiful

long cone-shaped head Beautiful

The flowering period may vary depending on the local climate and growing conditions

which are dispersed by wind

'Grande Rio Verde' produces nearly all of its ripe fruit at once on compact plants (about 24" tall)

After pollination

Mouse Melon Cucumber, Slicing (Melothria scabra) Weight:1/2 LB (~ 80000 Seeds) long cone-shaped head BeautifulCute grape sized fruits with a cucumber taste and a touch of tartness that resemble miniature watermelons. For a fun visual twist, pickle and add to a martini. Since the fruits become more sour as they mature, they are also known as sandita or Mexican sour gherkin. From summer to fall, long vines grow plenty of "watermelons" to harvest.