Citrullus colocynthis (Bitter Apple, Colocynth or Egusi)
Botanical Information
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Genus | Citrullus |
| Species | colocynthis |
| Category | Tropicals |
| Type | Vine |
| Origin | Native to the Mediterranean Basin and Asia. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 4-6 m |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | March, April |
Description and Growing Information
Photographs
Image taken in western Oman.
