Melon, Casaba—Cucumis melo L. (Inodorus group)

This document provides an overview of the casaba melon, a member of the winter melon group related to cantaloupes and honeydews. It details the fruit’s origin, physical characteristics, varieties, and cultivation practices, particularly in Florida. Casabas are noted for their wrinkled skin, thick f...

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Main Author: James M. Stephens
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Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2003-05-01
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description This document provides an overview of the casaba melon, a member of the winter melon group related to cantaloupes and honeydews. It details the fruit’s origin, physical characteristics, varieties, and cultivation practices, particularly in Florida. Casabas are noted for their wrinkled skin, thick flesh, and mild sweetness. Due to their long maturation period and susceptibility to leaf diseases, they are not widely grown in Florida. The document also outlines recommended planting times and cultural practices to improve growth and yield. Original publication date May 1994.
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spelling doaj-art-ecbb019565fb4421964a53d0c1d21c042025-08-21T06:02:30ZengThe University of Florida George A. Smathers LibrariesEDIS2576-00092003-05-0120035Melon, Casaba—Cucumis melo L. (Inodorus group)James M. Stephens0University of Florida This document provides an overview of the casaba melon, a member of the winter melon group related to cantaloupes and honeydews. It details the fruit’s origin, physical characteristics, varieties, and cultivation practices, particularly in Florida. Casabas are noted for their wrinkled skin, thick flesh, and mild sweetness. Due to their long maturation period and susceptibility to leaf diseases, they are not widely grown in Florida. The document also outlines recommended planting times and cultural practices to improve growth and yield. Original publication date May 1994. https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/139755Melon
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title Melon, Casaba—Cucumis melo L. (Inodorus group)
title_full Melon, Casaba—Cucumis melo L. (Inodorus group)
title_fullStr Melon, Casaba—Cucumis melo L. (Inodorus group)
title_full_unstemmed Melon, Casaba—Cucumis melo L. (Inodorus group)
title_short Melon, Casaba—Cucumis melo L. (Inodorus group)
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