I am a wild creeper producing small bitter fruits.

Native to arid regions of India, Middle East, and North Africa.

Minimal; drought-resistant.

Requires full sun.

Thrives in 25–40°C; tolerates extreme heat.

Grows naturally in sandy or rocky soils; spreads as a creeper.

None required; survives in poor soils.

Botanical name: Citrullus colocynthis; Family: Cucurbitaceae.

Fruits are toxic if consumed raw.

Low; mainly ecological ground cover.

Used in Ayurveda and folk medicine for digestive issues, skin ailments, and as a purgative.

Can be invasive; fruits highly bitter and toxic in excess.

Annual creeper; regenerates from seeds each season.