Muskmelon Detail
Crop Detail Muskmelon (Cucumis melo L.) is native to Iran and is also called “Cantaloupe” is a creeping cucurbit, originated from Iran and Pakistan and is produced in Kashmir and Afghanistan also. Being a member of Cucurbit family muskmelon is known as a vegetable although horticulturists claim that it considered a fruit. It has a lot of medicinal values and is used as a tonic, laxative and diuretic. Muskmelon is good source of vitamins A, B and C and improves the urinary discharge. Its seed are also used in cases of liver and kidney troubles, throat burning, thirst and chronic fever. |
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Major/Minor | Major |
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Temporary/Permanent | Temporary |
Category | Agriculture Extension |
Type | Fruits |
Crop Climate Title | Sub Tropical |
Crop Water Method Title | Irrigated |
Crop Duration | Seasonal |
Crop Economic Title | Food Crop |
Crop Growing Season | Kharif / Rainy / Monsoon Crops |
Pests, Weeds, Diseases and Disorders
Muskmelon Crop Seed Varieties
Name | Seed Rate |
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GOLDEN | - |
DHARIDAR | - |
Muskmelon Districts Wise Calendar
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