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Cantaloupe

Cucumis melo

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The Cantaloupe (Cucumis melo) is a species in the genus Cucumis. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), Asia (6 countries), Europe (18 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Tonga), and South America (4 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Cucurbitales (Cucurbitales)

Species

Cucumis melo (Cantaloupe)

Names in Other Languages

French Melon

German Zuckermelone

Portuguese meloeiro

Turkish Acur

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cantaloupe?

The scientific name of Cantaloupe is Cucumis melo. It belongs to the genus Cucumis.

Where does Cantaloupe live?

Cantaloupe is found in Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), Asia (6 countries), Europe (18 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Tonga), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Angola, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Belize, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Burundi, Canada.

What family does Cantaloupe belong to?

Cantaloupe (Cucumis melo) belongs to the genus Cucumis, which is part of the taxonomic family Cucurbitaceae.

What kingdom does Cantaloupe belong to?

Cantaloupe (Cucumis melo) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Cantaloupe?

The closest relatives of Cantaloupe in the genus Cucumis include Cucumber, Gooseberry gourd, Hedgehog gourd, West indian gherkin.