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3 Nutritious Specialty Cucurbits - Roby Jose Ciju
GHERKINS 23
SPINE GOURD
Introduction
Scientific name of spine gourd is Momordica dioica. Spine gourd is a cucurbitaceous vegetable which is closely related to bitter gourd. However, it is not bitter in taste as bitter gourd. As in case of other cucurbitaceous vegetables (cucurbits) which mainly include melons and gourds, spine gourd is also grown as a summer vegetable in tropical and subtropical countries. Spine gourd is called Kantola or kakrol in Hindi, mada hagalakai in Kannada, kadu peere in Tulu, and paagila in Konkani.
Origin
Spine gourd is believed to be originated in the tropics of the old world.
Nutritional Value per 100 gm of Edible Vegetable
Spine gourd has a high nutritional and medicinal value. It helps build natural immunity of a human body. Spine gourd contains
84.1% moisture, 7.7 g of carbohydrate, 3.1 g of protein, 3.1 g of fat, 3.0 g of fiber, 1.1 g of minerals and small quantities of essential vitamins like ascorbic acid, carotene, thiamin, riboflavin and niacin.
Growing Requirements
General
As in case of most cucurbits, spine gourd is a shallow rooted crop and hence shallow cultivation should be practiced.
Climate
Spine gourd is a warm season crop and can be successfully cultivated in the plains and hills of sub-tropical and tropical regions. Plenty of sunshine and low humidity are ideal conditions for its growth.
Soil
A well-drained sandy loam soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5 is the most ideal