Melothria scabra
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 Vine with fruit
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| Melothria scabra Naudin |
Melothria scabra is a species of cucurbitaceous vine grown for its edible fruit. Fruit are about the size of grapes and taste like cucumbers, they are notable for their sour aftertaste that comes from the skin. Vernacular names include mouse melon, Mexican miniature watermelon, cucamelon, and Mexican sour cucumber.
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