Bitter Melon

Momordica charantia, Cucurbitaceae

Zones

8a–11b

Layer

Vine

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

ModerateHigh

Soil pH

6 – 6.7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Winged BeanPsophocarpus tetragonolobus

Nitrogen Fixation

Hyacinth BeanLablab purpureus

Nitrogen Fixation

LemongrassCymbopogon citratus

Pest Deterrent

MalangaXanthosoma sagittifolium

Shade Provision

CeleriacApium graveolens var. rapaceum

Beneficial Insect HabitatPest Deterrent

Hamburg ParsleyPetroselinum crispum var. tuberosum

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

HorseradishArmoracia rusticana

Pest DeterrentNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

CucumberCucumis sativus

Bitter melon produces strong allelopathic compounds that can inhibit cucumber germination and growth

Wax GourdBenincasa hispida

Wax gourd and bitter melon compete for nutrients, with bitter melon's strong allelopathic compounds affecting wax gourd growth

Uses

Functions

FoodMedicine

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Bitter Melon grow in?

Bitter Melon grows in USDA hardiness zones 8a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Bitter Melon?

Good companions for Bitter Melon include Winged Bean, Hyacinth Bean, Lemongrass, Malanga, Celeriac.

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