species 982 observations

West Indian Gherkin

Cucumis anguria

Field notes

Supports All

2 native animals
supported in the US

Plant eaters Animals that feed on it Bald-faced Hornet, Common Ground Dove 2

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Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Vines
Light: Full sun
Moisture: Well drained Moist
Soil: Sand Loam Clay Organic
Soil pH: Acid Neutral
Resists: Heat
Habit: Climbing Spreading
Plant type: Annual Vine Edible Vegetable Warm season vegetable

From NC State Extension and USDA PLANTS.