Indian Watermelon Plant
Citrullus lanatus, or Indian Watermelon, is a fast-growing vine reaching 0.3-0.6m, prefers loamy, well-drained soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal uses.
Habit
Vine
Height
0.3-0.6m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Loamy, well-drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
High
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
25-35
Humidity (%)
60-75%
Potting media
50% Loam, 30% Sand, 20% Organic Matter
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular Watering
Plant Weight
4-8 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.0
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
0.5-1.2 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
15-30 kg per Plant
NPK ratio
05:10:10
life Span
3-5 yrs
Health Benefits
Hydration, Refreshing
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Downy Mildew, Fruit Rot, Leaf Spot.
White powdery patches on leaves, Curling, Yellow spots on leaves, greyish mold underneath, Soft, decaying fruit, Brown or black spots on leaves.
Apply sulfur-based sprays, Insecticidal soap, Neem oil, improve air circulation, remove affected fruit, Prune affected areas.
Fungicides containing sulfur, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Copper-based fungicides.