Momordica charantia 'Spindle'

Bitter Gourd Vine, Bitter Cucumber, La Kwa, Balsam Pear

Family: Cucurbitaceae Gourd


Type Annual, vine
USDA Hardiness range n/a
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Arbor
Height 5' to 10' / 1.60m to 3.00m
Spread n/a
Growth rate Fast
Bloom attributes Fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Green, orange, red, yellow
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal