Ornamental Gourd Christmas Climber
- Product number: 124210
- Origin: Tropical Asia
- Latin: Diplocyclos palmatus
Very decorative fruit, the size of a grape in clusters of 3-6 fruits, which, however, are not edible. The smooth fruits are dark green with light green stripes, later turning bright red, great for Christmas.
GENERAL INTRODUCTION CUCUMBERS:
Cucumbers that grow long vines can be pruned regularly. For outdoor cultivation, a reasonable summer is needed (depending on the variety) and all varieties grow well in a greenhouse. Sometimes it is advisable to let the plant grow outside if fruit setting fails! Cucumbers are usually harvested unripe, unless the skin becomes extra beautiful when ripe. Unripe fruits are sliced and used raw in salads, ripe fruits can be spooned out like a melon. Many small cucurbits or (extremely) young harvested fruits are eaten as gherkins (pickled) or as a healthy snack with a drink or meal. Pay attention to the individual description of our species and varieties, some are only for ornamental purposes and NOT edible!
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Latin: Diplocyclos palmatus
Dutch: Ornamental Cucumber Christmas Climber
English: Lollipop Climber
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- Flower colour: Inconspicuous greenish white
- Origin: Tropical Asia
- Average growth height: More than 200 cm
- Annual or perennial: Annual
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- Winter hardy: Not frost hardy
- Ease of cultivation: Moderate
- Latin: Diplocyclos palmatus
- Dutch: Ornamental Gourd Christmas Climber
- Also known as: Not applicable / Not known
- English: Lollypop Climber
