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Plant of the day
Cucumis sativus
CucumberVine
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.
Harvest & Storage
Harvesting and storage guidance for Cucumber.
What to Harvest
CucumberWhen to Harvest
Seasonal
Harvest at maturity
How to Harvest
Harvest only healthy material.
Storage Guide
Fresh
Short termUse soon after harvest
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