Melothria pendula is a fast-growing vine producing small, edible fruits resembling miniature cucumbers. It thrives in warm climates and spreads rapidly.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but performs best in loamy conditions.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
Water more frequently during hot weather and fruit set.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but performs best in loamy conditions.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal range is 20-30 °C; sensitive to frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.
Plant Type
Vine
Plant Category
Fruit, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.5-1 m
Spread
1-3 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Lobed
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
70000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
Yes
