Botanical Interests 0285 Mouse Melon Cucamelon Melon Seed, Melon, Melothria Scabra

Cute, grape-sized fruits look like tiny watermelons with a cucumber flavor, often with a hint of tartness. Pickle and add to a martini for a fun visual twist Also called sandita or Mexican sour gherkin because the fruits turn more sour as they mature. Long vines up to 10 ft produce plenty of watermelons to harvest from summer to fall. A terrific container or hanging basket variety.