Fruiting Cucurbitaceae

Bitter Melon

Momordica charantia

A tropical and subtropical vine widely grown in Asia for its edible, bitter fruit.

Bitter Melon
Time to Harvest 80 days
Characteristics
Vine Summer Tropical

Growth Lifecycle

Sowing Day 0
Sprout 7-14d
Harvest 60-80d

Care Instructions

Sunlight & Climate

Requires Full Sun.

24°C - 32°C Frost Risk: High
Watering

Regular (Moderate amount).

Keep soil consistently moist.
Planting Specs
  • Spacing 30 cm
  • Sowing Depth 1 cm
  • Sprout Time 7-14 d
Nutrition Plan

Requires Every 4 Weeks feeding.

Preferred NPK: 5-5-5

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