Bitter Melon (Leafy Tips)
Momordica charantia, called bitter melon or bitter gourd in English, is a tropical and subtropical vine of the family Cucurbitaceae, widely grown in Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean for its edible fruit, which is among the most bitter of all fruits. There are many varieties that differ substantially in the shape and bitterness of the fruit.This is a plant of the tropics, but its original native range is unknown.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Balsam-pear
Scientific Name: Momordica charantia
Common Name: Balsam-pear, bitter gourd, bitter melon
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving
Serving Size: 4 g |
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| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories 1 | Calories from Fat 0 |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 0g | 0 % |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0 % |
| Sodium 0mg | 0 % |
| Total Carbohydrate 0g | 0 % |
| Protein 0g | 0 % |
| * The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. | |
Source: Nutrient data for this listing was provided by USDA Nutrient Database SR-24