Momordica subangulata subsp. renigera

Family: Cucurbitaceae

What it is like

A pumpkin family plant. It is a climber. The stems are robust. The leaves are hairy underneath. The fruit is oval and 5-7 cm long. It has wavy ridges along it.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in mountain slopes between 1,400-2,500 m above sea level. In Yunnan.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Bangladesh, China, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Myanmar, SE Asia, Sikkim, Thailand

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Momordica renigera Wall. ex G. Don;