Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Skin rejuvenation, Strengthening of bones
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Antiseptic properties, Cures headache, Removes waste from kidney
Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Hydrates skin
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner
Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Chest pains, Rhinitis, Wheezing
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
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Kidney and gallbladder diseases
Recommeded for
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Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Along with meal, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Berry
Season
Early summer, Early winter, Late fall, Late spring
All seasons
Varieties
Rongrien, Chompu, Rapiah, Bingjai and Lebak Bulus
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
Seedless Variety
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Color
Coral red, Yellow
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Creamy Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Fibrous
Taste
Sour, Sweet
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
Origin
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Mexico
Grows on
Trees
Vines
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.55.5-7.5
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Humid
Warm to hot climate
Facts about
- Oils extracted from its seeds is used to make soaps and candles.
- 'Rambut' means hairy in Malay.
- It makes the best hair mask.
- Seeds are edible and healthy too.
- The name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
- The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
- Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.
In Alcoholic Beverages
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Beer
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Spirits
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Production
Top Producer
Thailand
China
Other Countries
Africa, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
Top Importer
Singapore
United States of America
Top Exporter
Thailand
China