Is achocha a climbing plant?

Is achocha a climbing plant?

Achocha is a climbing plant, and a member of the Cucurbitaceae family – the same vegetable family as squashes and cucumbers. Its vines will need netting or a trellis to scramble up, but are very vigorous and would make a good show climbing over an arch or a pergola.

Where do achocha seeds grow?

Achocha are hugely prolific both in leafy shade growth and fruit, making them a dual purpose plant for gardeners looking for a green shade or windbreak which gives a good supply of tasty food. Originally domesticated in the Andes Mountains, the seeds travelled by trade from modern day Columbia in the north to Bolivia in the south.

What is achocha in English?

Achocha (Cyclanthera pedata), also known as caigua, caihua, korila, slipper gourd, wild cucumber, and stuffing cucumber, is a deciduous, vining edible in the Cucurbit family. It is believed that achocha is native to certain regions of the Andes Mountains in Peru and Bolivia and was an important food crop to the Incas.

What is achocha (cucumber)?

Achocha ( Cyclanthera pedata ), also known as caigua, caihua, korila, slipper gourd, wild cucumber, and stuffing cucumber, is a deciduous, vining edible in the Cucurbit family. It is believed that achocha is native to certain regions of the Andes Mountains in Peru and Bolivia and was an important food crop to the Incas.