Cucumber
cucumis sativus
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Description

Cucumbers are a type of gourd. They are low in calories but contain many important vitamins and minerals, making them a great addition to a healthy diet. Cucumbers are also a good source of hydration. The nutritional value of cucumbers may offer health benefits, such as protecting against dehydration, relieving constipation, and reducing the risk of some types of cancer.

Growing Details

Cucumbers are easy to grow and can be started from seed or transplants. They prefer full sun and well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0. Cucumbers are heavy feeders and will benefit from rich soil.

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Fruit Seed Seed Pod Flowers
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Attracts Wildlife Scented Plant Bee Friendly Easy Propagating
Range (Based on GBIF Data)

The map shows known occurrence points of cucumis sativus recorded in scientific biodiversity databases.

Source: GBIF.org — Global Biodiversity Information Facility

Location & Timing
Geolocation: Krcedin
Region: Europe - Panonian plain
Language: english
Native: No
Flowering: beginning of July for 90 days
Fruiting: ?
Seed Start: beginning of August
Indoor Start:
Transplant:
Uses & Benefits
Edible Rating: (5/5)
Edible Uses: Cucumbers can be eaten fresh, pickled, or cooked. They are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as potassium and magnesium. Cucumbers are also low in calories and contain a compound called cucurbitacin, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
Medicinal Rating: (3/5)
Medicinal Uses: Cucumbers have been used medicinally for centuries. They have a cooling effect on the body and are often used to treat sunburn or other skin irritations. Cucumbers are also thought to have anti-inflammatory properties and may be effective in treating arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.
Health Concerns: Cucumbers are generally safe to eat. However, some people may experience allergic reactions to cucumbers. The most common symptoms are itching, swelling, and redness of the skin. If you experience these symptoms after eating cucumbers, it’s best to avoid them.
Other Uses: Cucumbers can be used in a variety of dishes, including salads, sandwiches, soups, and stews. They can also be pickled or used as a garnish. Cucumbers are also sometimes used in cosmetics and skin care products.
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Botanical Data
Specie: cucumis sativus
Common Names:
Family: cucurbitaceae
Sub Family:
Tribe:
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Genus: cucumis
Growing Conditions
Area Needed: 0.3 m
Spacing: 0.3 m
Growing Difficulty: Medium
Deciduous / Evergreen: Evergreen
Seed Temp (Opt/Min/Max): 20°C / 10°C / 32°C
Plant Temp (Opt/Min/Max): 20°C / 10°C / 32°C
Water: High
Humidity:
Light: High
Root Type: Shallow
Frost Tender: Low
Hardness: █ █ █ █ █ █ █ ▁ ▁ ▁ (7/10)
First Harvest: 1 years
Lifespan: None years
Succession:
Growth Rate: Fast
Max Height: 2.0 m
Max Width: None m
Soil Preference:
pH Preference:
Flower Type: Monoecious
Growth Details: Cucumbers are easy to grow and can be started from seed or transplants. They prefer full sun and well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0. Cucumbers are heavy feeders and will benefit from rich soil.
Potential Disturbances: aphids, cucumber beetles, whiteflies, squash bugs, powdery mildew, downy mildew
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