Guagouzi, a common health food, came into the market in August and September. Its origin is in China, and its main producing areas are Beijing, Zhejiang, Shandong, Shanxi, Hebei, Henan, Anhui and other provinces and regions.

Guagua seed is a specialty of China, among which Changxing Guagua seed produced in Zhejiang is the most famous product, which is a national geographical indication product. The Guagua seed here is delicious and nutritious after frying.

Guagua variety

There are many varieties of Trichosanthes kirilowii, the common ones are Trichosanthes kirilowii, Trichosanthes kirilowii, Trichosanthes kirilowii and Trichosanthes kirilowii, etc. The Trichosanthes kirilowii with the best taste has the functions of clearing away heat and resolving phlegm, moistening dryness and smoothing intestines, and the price per catty is around 20-25 yuan.

Efficacy and function of hanging melon seeds

After being taken as medicine, Fructus Cucurbitae Moschatae has the functions of clearing away heat and resolving phlegm, dredging intestines and stomach, dispersing stagnation and eliminating carbuncle, etc. It can inhibit the aggregation of platelets and has certain anticancer effect. In addition, it can effectively improve people's vision and prevent the deepening of myopia, but it may cause dry mouth and tongue if it is eaten for a long time.

Planting and harvesting time of melon seeds

Guagua likes a warm and humid environment, with an average annual temperature of 18-32℃. It should be planted in deep, loose and fertile soil, and the plants are not tolerant to waterlogging.

It is best to plant the melon seeds in February-March in spring, when the average temperature is about 10℃. Generally, they can be harvested in the second year, and they can be harvested continuously for 5-7 years, and the yield per mu is generally about 6000 kg.