The Main Plant entry for Cantaloupes (Cucumis melo)

This database entry exists to show plant data and photos that apply generically to all Cantaloupes.

Common names:
Cantaloupe
Melon

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Shrub
Life cycle:Other
Sun Requirements:Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences:Wet Mesic
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 5a
Fruit:Indehiscent
Flower Color:Red
Flower Size:3"-4"
Inflorescence Type:Plume
Uses:Good as a cover crop
Edible Parts:Stem
Wildlife Attractant:Bees
Propagation: Seeds:Provide darkness
Sow in situ
Pollinators:Beetles

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Comments:
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