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GlossaryCucurbitaceae

family of plants including cucumbers, melons, and squashes

Cucurbitaceae is a family of flowering plants commonly known as the gourd or squash family. This family includes a variety of economically important crops such as cucumbers, melons, squashes, and pumpkins. These plants are typically characterized by their climbing or trailing vines and tend to have large, fleshy fruits with a hard rind.

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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 Citrullus Colocynthis (L.) Schrad. (Cucurbitaceae)

4 citations , January 2020

research Cucurbitacin Promotes Hair Growth in Mice by Inhibiting the Expression of Fibroblast Growth Factor 18

1 citations , October 2022 in “Annals of Translational Medicine”

Cucurbitacin helps mice grow hair by blocking a protein that stops hair growth.

research Effect of Citrullus Colocynthis on Hair Growth in Albino Rats

18 citations , January 2007 in “Pharmaceutical Biology”

Citrullus colocynthis extract is effective for hair growth, comparable to minoxidil.

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.

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