Water Melon

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 Water Melon a species of watermelons


Common Name

Sweet melon

Melon

Bastard melon

Wild melon


Botanical Name

Citrullus lanatus



Information


Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is a flowering plant with a vine-like appearance native to Western Africa. Watermelon bears fruit that are widely cultivated and consumed across the world. Watermelon grow in tropical and temperate climates and requires warmth to grow. There are 1000 varieties around the world.



Name Story


Watermelon

In hot summer, the solution for dehydration is consuming watermelon. Like its name, this plant contains 91% water content. This fruit, which has been cultivated for thousands of years has become one of the best-selling fruits today.


Interesting Facts


Watermelon is known as the king of summer melons and fruits. There is a Chinese proverb that says that having watermelons in the summer can prevent diseases. This means that eating Watermelons can prevent heatstroke and it is a good water supplement.


Symbolism


Good luck and happiness


Characteristics


Plant Type

Herb, Vine


Lifespan

Annual, Biennial


Bloom Time

Summer


Plant Height

1.6 foot

Spread

7 feet

Flower Size

0.2 inch

Habitat

Open ground in desert areas

Flower Color

Yellow

Leaf Color

Green

Fruit Color

GreenBlackYellowWhite

Stem Color

Green


Conditions Requirement



Difficulty Rating

Watermelon is not difficult to take care of. With proper care, your Watermelon will grow well under certain environments.


Sunlight

Full sun, Partial sun


Hardiness

20 ℉


Hardiness Zones

9


Soil

Loam, Sand, Neutral


Care Guide



Water

Watermelon needs regular watering in order to thrive. It benefits from a thorough drenching with water each week. When the top of the soil is dry, it is time to water this species again. The water should reach a depth of at least 6 inches when watering.


Planting Time

Late spring, Early summer


Harvest Time

Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall.


Propagation

Grafting, Sowing


Pests and Diseases


Powdery mildew, virus, fusarium wilt; aphids, fruit flies, root-knot nematodes.


Scientific classification


Genus

Citrullus - Water melons, Water vines

Family

Cucurbitaceae - Gourd, Cucurbits, Cucumber

Order

Cucurbitales - Cucurbitales

Class

Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots

Phylum

Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes.





Uses


Beauty Improvement Value

Watermelon is rich in cosmetic elements with sunscreen and whitening effects.

Garden Use

The watermelon is a popular garden plant in warmer climates. This vine is typically planted in backyard fruit and vegetable garden plots, so that its delicious edible fruit can be harvested right at home. Companion plants of the watermelon often include Pumpkin, Marigold, Squash, and Corn.





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