Pumpkin
Code : P7089

A pumpkin is a winter squash with a hard, ribbed rind, and orange to yellow skin. Pumpkins are part of the gourd family and are technically a fruit because they contain seeds. Appearance Pumpkins are usually round, but can vary in shape and size They have a thick rind that is smooth and ribbed The stem that connects the pumpkin to its leafy plant is hard and woody The inside of a pumpkin is hollow, except for ivory-colored seeds coated with stringy flesh Nutrition Pumpkins are rich in pectin, a type of dietary fiber Many studies suggest that eating more plant foods, such as pumpkin, decreases the risk of obesity and overall mortality Uses Pumpkins are carved into jack-o-lanterns for Halloween Pumpkins are cooked into pies for Thanksgiving dessert Their seeds, leaves, and flesh are all edible Other information Pumpkins are native to North America, but are grown around the world on every continent except Antarctica Pumpkins grow best in soil that is high in organic matter, has good moisture retention capability and is easily drained