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Cucumis sativus

खीराVine

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types of cucumber—slicing, pickling, and seedless.

FamilyCucurbitaceae

GenusCucumis

NativeAsia

LifespanTrailing or climbing vine with branching tendrils; stems can reach 1–3 m in length.

What to Harvest

Cucumber

Harvest guidance is being verified.

When to Harvest

Seasonal

Harvest at maturity

How to Harvest

1Inspect

Harvest only healthy material.

Storage Guide

Fresh

Short term

Use soon after harvest

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