Jarrahdale
Cucurbita maxima
The story
Over 4,000 years ago, in the shadow of the Andes in northern Argentina, this remarkable squash began its journey. It was domesticated from a wild South American ancestor. From those ancient mountain valleys, it traveled across the globe, eventually establishing secondary centers of diversity as far away as India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and the southern Appalachian mountains.
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- Family
- Cucurbitaceae
How to use it
Jarrahdale squash can be used in various culinary applications, from soups to pies, showcasing its versatility. It is also known for its adaptability, thriving in different climates and soils, making it a valuable crop for sustainable farming practices.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
About
Cucurbita maxima, one of at least four species of cultivated squash, is one of the most diverse domesticated species. This species originated in South America from the wild Cucurbita andreana over 4000 years ago. The two species hybridize quite readily but have noticeably different calcium levels.
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Jarrahdale
- Slug
- jarrahdale
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Cucurbitaceae
- Genus
- Cucurbita
- Species
- maxima
- Category
- Squash
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 45
Generated sections & citations
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