Paddy Melon (Cucumis Myriocarpus) is a annual vine in the Cucurbitaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Cucumis myriocarpus is an annual climbing plant with small, round, spiny fruits, native to southern Africa and invasive in some other regions.

Paddy Melon

Paddy Melon

Cucumis Myriocarpus

Cucumis myriocarpus is an annual climbing plant with small, round, spiny fruits, native to southern Africa and invasive in some other regions.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Paddy Melon

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Cucurbitaceae
Genus:Cucumis