Calis Beach and Fethiye Turkey Discussion Forum
General Topics => Gardening Section => Topic started by: Bluwise on September 12, 2015, 12:59:07 PM
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This is growing on a vine type plant next to our terrace. Just wondered what it is and if it's safe? Large orange/yellow pods with purple/red seeds inside.
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Difficult to be sure from the picture. It looks like a bitter gourd ( gohya ) that's either split open because of the heat or it's been eaten by insects.
Put 'gourd images' into Google and you might see something similar.
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You might be able to smoke it Bluwise. ;) ;) ;) :)
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Check out Bitter Melon
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You might be able to smoke it Bluwise. ;) ;) ;) :)
After you sir 8) ;D
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Thanks for the suggestions - I think it is bitter melon (gourd) but don't think I'll be trying it - despite the zillions of health benefits claimed. :)
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Save the seeds and grow some on if they are attractive plants. ?
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Karela - a bitter gourd used in Indian recipes is very similar but only seen green ones before. Like a very knobbly cucumber.
They are very bitter but pretty awesome cooked with spices. A personal favourite dish.
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You can buy these on the market