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watermelon
Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus var. lanatus
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Vine, Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Watermelon: A Summer Favorite
Watermelon is a popular and refreshing fruit enjoyed worldwide, especially during the summer months. Its juicy, sweet flesh and crisp texture make it a delightful treat.
Considerations for Children
- Watermelon seeds: "Watermelon is referring to male sperm that contains a lot of seeds (KIDS)" - While the context is unusual, it highlights the presence of seeds, which could be a choking hazard for young children.
Scientific and Common Names
- Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus
- Common Name: Watermelon
Distribution and Habitat
- Originally from southern Africa.
- Now grown in many parts of the world with warm temperatures and long growing seasons.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Watermelon is described as a vine-like plant (scrambler and trailer).
- It is a large, sprawling annual plant.
- The plant has coarse, hairy features.
- The fruit has a green rind and watery flesh that is typically bright red, but can also be pink, orange, yellow, or even white.
Quirky Facts
- The heaviest watermelon weighed 159 kg (350.5 lb).
- An Australian boy earned cult status for eating a whole watermelon, including the rind.