Legend has it that King Hami of Xinjiang gave this melon to the emperor in the Qing Dynasty, but people around the emperor didn't know the name of this melon. Because it was sent by King Hami, it was named Hami melon. It is also said that this melon grows in Hami area of Xinjiang, so it is called Hami melon.
Difference between honeydew melon and cantaloupe
1, different places of origin
Melons and cantaloupes are not exactly the same. Generally speaking, honeydew melons are widely distributed in most parts of China, while cantaloupes are mainly produced in Xinjiang.
2, the maturity is different
The ripening time of honeydew melon and cantaloupe is also different. The ripening time of honeydew melon is from May to September, while that of cantaloupe is from July to September.
3. The pulp color is different.
The surface of honeydew melon is very smooth, the skin is white or light green, while the surface of honeydew melon is reticulate and the flesh is yellow.
The ranking of the best cantaloupes
1, Xizhou honeydew melon: Xizhou honeydew melon is mainly produced in Hainan, Xinjiang and other places, and its taste is sweet, especially near the center. It is characterized by its dark green skin and more obvious reticulation, which is deeply loved by everyone.
2. Donghu Melon: Donghu Melon is also a kind of cantaloupe. Its taste is often tender, crisp and sweet. It is also called the king of cantaloupe by many people. It is characterized by beautiful melon lines and crisp and thick pulp. Smell it carefully and it has a fragrance of milk, fruit and wine.
3. Jiashi melon: Jiashi melon is a relatively late-maturing variety of Hami melon, and its peel is thicker than other varieties, which is more resistant to storage. According to historical records, Jiashi melon has a history of 1500 years, which is characterized by fine meat, sweet and crisp juice and good sugar content. Many people like to eat it.
4. Xiangfeigua: Xiangfeigua has a wide planting range and crisp pulp, which is one of the improved varieties with crisp red hearts. The fruit is spindle-shaped, with sparse patterns, and the flesh is light orange, which is memorable after eating. Moreover, it is also rich in nutrients, and moderate consumption is good for health. Besides the above, it tastes good, such as black eyebrows, crisp red hearts, and sweet and fragrant.
5, netted melon: the fruit is spherical, with fresh green vines at the top. The skin is green, with gray or yellow stripes, resembling a net, hence the name. It tastes like a pear, crisp, sweet and refreshing, emitting a light and pleasant mixed aroma.