Key Characteristics

• Type: High-yielding Bitter Gourd (Karela).
• Growth Habit: Vigorous climbing vine, needs support (trellis/machan).
• Fruit: Dark green, medium-long, spiny fruits.
• Yield: High, with significant vine length and branches.
• Use: Frequently used as a check variety in research due to reliability and nutrition. 

Growing Tips

• Support: Essential for vine development and fruit health.
• Sunlight: Requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight.
• Watering: Needs regular watering to maintain soil moisture.
• Soil: Well-drained, rich in organic matter, pH 6.5-7.5.
• Planting: Plant in warm, sunny locations; seeds benefit from soaking for 24 hours before planting.
• Harvest: First harvest in about 45-50 days, with regular picking encouraging more fruit