African Horned Cucumber (Cucumis metuliferus)
Kiwano (Cucumis metuliferus), also known as the African horned cucumber, is a vigorous annual vine producing distinctive spiny, orange-yellow fruits.
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Sunlight
Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and fruiting.
Watering
Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter. A slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures for growth.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and fruiting.
At least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Increase watering during fruit development.
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter. A slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Prefers warm temperatures for growth.
Ideal range is 20-30 °C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.
Supplement with compost.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Vine
Plant Category
Fruit, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.3-0.5 m
Spread
3-5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Lobed
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCucurbitales
- familyCucurbitaceae
- genusCucumis
- speciesCucumis metuliferus
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes