Momordica charantia | White Bitter Melon | 10 Seeds

Momordica charantia 'White Pearl,' also known as bitter melon or bitter gourd, is a unique and fascinating tropical vine renowned for both its culinary and medicinal attributes. This perennial plant, native to South Asia, features striking, deeply lobed, and variegated leaves with a mix of green and white hues, adding a decorative element to gardens. 'White Pearl' produces distinctive, oblong-shaped fruits that are pale green when young, gradually turning ivory-white as they mature. Despite their bitter taste, these fruits are prized in various cuisines for their culinary versatility and potential health benefits. The vine is fast-growing and can reach heights of 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 meters), making it suitable for trellises or vertical gardening. Beyond its culinary applications, Momordica charantia is also utilized in traditional medicine for its potential antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Its unique appearance, nutritional value, and health-promoting qu