Is the kiwano a cooling-nature fruit? Growing regions and prospects analysis

The kiwano, which is what we call the horned melon, has a very hard, bumpy skin, delicate flesh with many seeds, and a sweet, refreshing taste. It is a fruit loved by many people. So, is it a cooling-nature fruit? Where is it suitable to grow? What are its prospects?

1. Is the kiwano a cooling-nature fruit?

The kiwano has a cooling nature. People with a cold constitution who have symptoms such as pale complexion, weak limbs, or frequent diarrhea should not eat much of it; and women during menstruation are advised to eat it sparingly.

2. Where is the kiwano suitable to grow?

The kiwano is a tropical plant, suitable for growing under hot, dry climatic conditions. Its suitable growing temperature is above 15°C, and climatic conditions below 15°C are not suitable for its growth. Because the kiwano has clear temperature requirements for growth, it generally requires a period with temperatures above 15°C that must reach about 6 months. Regions where temperatures above 15°C do not last 6 months are not suitable for growing it. At present, various provinces in China, such as Jiangxi, Hunan, Hainan, Zhejiang, Guangxi, Fujian, Guangdong, Inner Mongolia and others, have already had successful cases of introduction and cultivation.

3. What are the prospects for growing the kiwano?

The kiwano is a new variety of fruit. It has not been introduced to China for long, is rarely grown domestically, and sells at a high market price. In supermarkets and fruit markets in major southern cities, it commands a high price, and retail prices in places such as Shanghai and Shenzhen are very high. The kiwano's growth characteristics include a well-developed root system, strong stress resistance, and few pests and diseases. It is a natural water-retaining vessel, and its taste does not belong to the mainstream flavor profile. Generally, those who buy it are young people who love to try new things, so its acceptance among consumers is relatively low. However, market development requires a long period of groundwork. As long as there is a consumer group, the kiwano will certainly occupy a certain share in the future. Moreover, in the past two years, the sales volume of the kiwano has already shown a trend of continuous increase. It is much like durian a few years ago: at first people found it hard to accept, but within a few years it suddenly became popular. The kiwano has fairly good development prospects, and interested friends can also give it a try.