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GlossaryCucurbita moschata

species of winter squash, including butternut squash and pumpkin

Cucurbita moschata, commonly known as butternut squash or pumpkin, is a species of winter squash that is cultivated for its edible fruit. It is rich in vitamins A and C, and its seeds are also edible and nutritious. This plant is often used in cooking and baking, and it is valued for its sweet, nutty flavor and smooth texture.

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research Isolation, Structural Elucidation, and Therapeutic Potentials of Root of Cucurbita Pepo

January 2021

Pumpkin roots contain compounds like Alpha-spinasterol, squalene, and palmitic acid, which may have health benefits like reducing depression, treating certain cancers, and having antibacterial properties.

research The Beneficial Effects of Pumpkin (Cucurbita Pepo L.) Seed Oil for Men's Health

15 citations, June 2018 in “Food Reviews International”

Pumpkin seed oil may improve prostate health, bladder control, and hair growth in men.

research Potential Pharmacological Activities of Pumpkin Seeds as a Functional Food: A Comprehensive Review

June 2023 in “Journal of Ayurvedic and herbal medicine”

Pumpkin seeds may improve health due to their rich nutrients and potential to treat various conditions.

research Edible Seeds From Cucurbitaceae Family as Potential Functional Foods: Immense Promises, Few Concerns

54 citations, May 2017 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy”

Edible seeds from the Cucurbitaceae family like pumpkin and watermelon seeds are nutritious and may have health benefits, but eating too much can cause side effects.

research Plants Producing Ribosome-Inactivating Proteins in Traditional Medicine

40 citations, November 2016 in “Molecules”

Some plants used in traditional medicine may help treat cancer because they contain proteins that can inactivate ribosomes.

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