1. Another name of Bitter gourd is “bitter melon” and is also known as “Karela” in Hindi. Popularly known for its medicinal, nutritional and other excellent health benefits, rich in vitamin B1, B2 and B3

Variety details:

• Vigorous growing vines; dark green pointed ridged fruits
• Excellent for transportation
• First harvest ready in 55 to 60 days
• Average length 20 to 22cms
• Seed Rate: 2- 2.5 Kg per acre

Sowing time (North):

• Feb – Mar
• Jun – Jul

Sowing time (South):

• Jun – Jul
• Jan – Feb