Netted melon（muskmelon，cantaloupe）, belonging to the genus Cucumis of the Cucurbitaceae family, is an annual trailing herbaceous plant. The unique net - like patterns on its fruit surface are its most distinctive feature, making it highly favored by consumers.

The fruits come in various shapes, such as spherical, ellipsoidal, and pear - shaped, with a fresh green vine at the base. Initially emerald green, the peel mostly turns reddish - yellow when ripe, adorned with gray or yellow strip - like patterns that resemble a naturally woven net. The flesh is either yellow - green or orange - red, boasting a crispy, sweet, and juicy texture. It offers the refreshing taste of a fragrant pear and emits a light, pleasant mixed aroma that combines a hint of milky scent with rich fruity notes.

This melon is rich in protein, dietary fiber, carotene, pectin, sugars, various vitamins (such as A, B, and C), and nutrients like phosphorus, sodium, and potassium. The content of multiple vitamins is several times higher than that of apples and watermelons. It significantly promotes the human hematopoietic function and is suitable as a dietary therapy fruit for anemic patients. In addition, netted melons are cold in nature and sweet in taste. They have the effects of promoting fluid production to quench thirst, removing restlessness, preventing heatstroke, and calming the mind. Regular consumption is beneficial to the liver and intestinal system.