Honeydew melon

In India and some African countries, roasted melon seeds are used in cooking. However, scientists have established that they contain substances that negatively affect the work of the spleen, so it is better to refrain from such snacks.

Almost all parts of the melon, from the leaves to the seeds, are also widely used in traditional Chinese medicine.

In Ukraine, even in the 19th century, these fruits could only be seen on the tables of nobles and wealthy merchants.

Once the French king Henry IV of Bourbon, a very eccentric man, sued the melon, accusing it of being an insult to majesty. The reason for the lawsuit was that the king ate these fruits and felt unwell.

The fruits of snake melon, being unripe, look strikingly like ordinary cucumbers (interesting facts about cucumbers).

A fresh fruit platter is always a great idea!

Today, melons are grown in almost all countries with tropical and subtropical climates. China is the largest producer of melons in the world. In addition, many melons are grown in Turkey and other Mediterranean countries.