Bitter gourd, bitter melon, Momordica charantia is a tropical and subtropical vine of the family Cucurbitaceae, kho qua, hu qua edible fruit. Its many varieties differ substantially in the shape and bitterness of the fruit. Light requirement: Full Sun, Medium sun Sowing method: Direct sow. Avoid covering the seeds with soil. Keep the seeds moist. Days to Maturity: 38-40 Days Size at Maturity: Generally taste best when harvested when they reach a length of 6 – 7 '' Plant Spacing: 15’’x 47’’ Planting time: All Season Bitter melon thrives in heat and humidity but is very cold sensitive, so do not start seeds until after all chance of frost has passed. Learn how to germinate, grow, and harvest bitter gourd from seeds in pots or at home. Momordica charantia (commonly called bitter melon, cerassee, goya, bitter apple, bitter gourd, bitter squash, balsam-pear, karavila Bitter Melon Seeds Ku Gua Asian Vegetable Karela Momordica charantia Vegetable Seeds