Coyote Gourd Cucurbita palmata Seeds

Coyote Gourd Cucurbita palmata

The Coyote Gourd Cucurbita palmata, also known as the Coyote Melon or the Prairie Gourd, is a perennial vine native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It thrives in desert and semi-desert environments, often found in sandy or gravelly soils. The plant produces large, yellow flowers and hard, inedible gourds that are typically green with white stripes.

The Coyote Gourd has been traditionally used by Native Americans for various purposes, including using the dried gourds as rattles or containers. While the fruit is not edible due to its bitter taste, the seeds can be consumed if properly prepared. The plant’s extensive root system helps it survive in arid conditions, and it’s sometimes used in erosion control efforts.

You will receive 30 seeds.