Pumpkin seeds - Supreme pumpkin (Praecitrullus fistulosus)

Common name: Apple gourd - Supreme gourd Scientific name: Praecitrullus fistulosus Other names: Tinda - Round watermelon - Indian squash Plant family: Cucurbitaceae, considered one of the fastest-growing plants, with large leaves and a spiny stem with small thorns similar to those of zucchini. It produces abundant spherical fruits that resemble the shape of an apple, hence the name Apple gourd. What is the shape of the Apple gourd flower? Yellow, tubular-shaped. What is the shape of the seeds and fruits of the Apple gourd? The fruits are spherical, green, weighing between 50-60 grams, with a diameter of 5-8 cm, and contain seeds that resemble the shape and size of pulp or Fisfis. When is the planting season for Apple gourd - Supreme gourd? It is cultivated from mid-March to late May, and also planted late summer with decreasing temperatures. What is the suitable climate and soil for growing Apple gourd - Supreme gourd? It requires a moderate, sunny climate, and thrives in well-drained, well-ventilated soil free of salts. What is the method of cultivating Apple gourd - Supreme gourd? Seeds are planted in soil at a depth not exceeding 2 cm, and watered regularly until the plant sprouts. It begins to bear fruit after 70 days from planting. What are the benefits and uses of Apple gourd - Supreme gourd? Used for eating after cooking, seeds are roasted and eaten, and it has multiple health benefits. Where is the native homeland of the Apple gourd - Supreme gourd? Its original homeland is India, and it is still widespread in India and Pakistan, as well as cultivated in many places around the world.