Cucumis melo var. inodorus
At first glance, the Dino Melon looks like a dinosaur egg. It tastes like a Canary Melon.
Botanical name: Cucumis melo var. inodorus
Popular name(s): Dino Melon, Dinosaur Egg Melon, Gaya Melon, Snowball Melon
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Origin: The Dino Melon was bred in Japan (source).
Size & weight: 20 to 40 cm, 1.5 to 3 kg
Edible: The pulp is edible and can be eaten raw.
Season: The Dino Melon and other Canary melons are available all year round.
Categories: Fruit & Vegetables |
