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Bitter Gourd
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Momordica charantia

Bitter GourdVine

Momordica charantia is a tropical and subtropical vine of the family Cucurbitaceae, widely grown in Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean for its edible fruit. Its many varieties differ substantially in the shape and bitterness of the fruit.

FamilyCucurbitaceae
GenusMomordica
NativeAfrica
LifespanAnnual

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