Watermelon, Cold melon, Summer melon
Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus (Cucurbitaceae family)
Classification: Annual trailing vine plant, with pepo fruit, smooth skin, juicy flesh, rich in vitamins and minerals.

Morphological Characteristics

Plant: Robust angular stems, papery triangular-ovate leaves deeply lobed, forked tendrils.
Fruit: Large spherical or oval shape, green or yellow-green skin, mostly red or yellow flesh, rare white pulp, black or red seeds.

Nutritional Value

· Per 100g: ≈6g sugar, 0.6g potassium, 15mg vitamin C, low calorie (≈31 kcal/100g)

· Rich in lycopene (higher content than tomatoes), with antioxidant, blood sugar lowering, and diuretic effects

· Peel can be used medicinally to clear heat and relieve summer heat

Origin and Cultivation

· Originated in Africa, widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions

Dietary Suggestions

· Best enjoyed chilled, perfect for summer heat relief

· Peel and seeds can be used medicinally with heat-clearing and diuretic effects, and blood pressure lowering benefits