| Merchant | Pot Size | Availability | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2-3 in | Out of Stock | $7.99 | Buy |
| Common Name | Bitter Melon |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Genus | Momordica |
| Species | Charantia |
| Origin | Tropical Asia and Africa |
| Blooming | Yellow to orange flowers, followed by fruiting in summer/autumn |
| Leaf Color | Light green with white veins |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Rich, well-draining loamy soil with high organic matter; pH 6.0-7.5 preferred.
Keep soil consistently moist during germination and flowering; allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings in winter.
Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and fruiting; tolerates partial shade only in extreme heat.
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth; switch to high potassium at fruiting stage.
Pinch growing tips early to encourage branching; remove diseased leaves immediately.
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