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title: "Does anyone know what this is? I started growing this as a stem and…"
description: "Does anyone know what this is? I started growing this as a stem and have no idea what it is lol"
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community: "Plant Identification"
author: "Adixx"
published: "2024-12-15T21:01:27.345743Z"
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# Does anyone know what this is? I started growing this as a stem and…

_Posted by Adixx on 2024-12-15_

Does anyone know what this is? I started growing this as a stem and have no idea what it is lol

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## 3 comments

### Wolfen 🐺 commented on 2024-12-16

It looks like a cucumber 😆

### Our Home commented on 2024-12-18

Google says “cucamelon”

#### Our Home replied on 2024-12-18

Melothria scabra, also known as the cucamelon, is a flowering plant in the cucumber family. It's a fast-growing, tender tropical perennial that's native to Mexico and Central America. In the US, it's primarily seen in farmers markets and backyard gardens. The cucamelon is a small, edible fruit that looks like a miniature striped watermelon. The fruits are tiny, grape-sized, and taste like cucumbers with a touch of tart sourness.

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