Madras Pea Pumpkin (Cucumis Maderaspatanus) is a annual vine in the Cucurbitaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cucumis maderaspatanus is a twining or climbing annual vine in the gourd family, native to tropical and subtropical regions across Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Madras Pea Pumpkin

Madras Pea Pumpkin

Cucumis Maderaspatanus

Cucumis maderaspatanus is a twining or climbing annual vine in the gourd family, native to tropical and subtropical regions across Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:climber, groundcover, pollinator attractant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Madras Pea Pumpkin

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Taxonomy

Family:Cucurbitaceae
Genus:Cucumis