🌿 Balsam Apple

(Balsam Apple)

Scientific name: Momordica charantia

Description

Balsam Apple is a fast-growing tropical vine known for its distinctive green fruits that turn orange when ripe. It is widely cultivated for its edible and medicinal properties, as well as its ornamental value in gardens.

Key Points

• Produces unique textured fruits
• Edible and commonly used in cooking
• Fast-growing climbing vine
• Medicinal properties
• Suitable for trellises and fences

Care

☀️ Full sun
💧 Water regularly; keep soil slightly moist
🌱 Well-drained, fertile soil
🔗 Provide support for climbing (trellis or fence)
🌡 Thrives in warm tropical climates

Size

🌿 Plant length: approx. 2–3 m (excluding pot)

Perfect for:

🌿 Edible gardens • 🏡 Home gardening • 🪴 Vertical growing • 🌱 Organic farming