Chilacayote Squash (Cucurbita ficifolia) _tab_carambola The Kiwano vine likes to

The Kiwano vine likes to climb on trees

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Chilacayote Squash (Cucurbita ficifolia) _tab_carambola The Kiwano vine likes toChilacayote (Cucurbita ficifolia), also known as fig leaf gourd, Malabar gourd, or shark fin melon, is a vigorous vining squash native to Central and South America. This resilient, perennial like cucurbit thrives in warm climates, producing large, round fruit that can grow 8 12 inches in diameter and weigh 5 10 pounds. The firm, green mottled rind encloses a fibrous, slightly sweet, and mild flavored flesh with a texture similar to spaghetti squash