Attribute |
Specification |
Shape |
Oval to oblong |
Skin Texture |
Rough, spiky, and thick |
Skin Color |
Green when raw, yellowish-brown when ripe |
Flesh Color |
Yellow to golden-yellow |
Average Weight |
5 to 30 kg (can grow up to 50 kg) |
Flesh Texture |
Fibrous, soft to firm pods (edible bulbs) |
Length |
30 to 90 cm |
Diameter |
25 to 50 cm |
Taste |
Sweet and fruity when ripe; neutral or starchy when raw |
Aroma |
Strong, sweet, distinctive aroma |
Seed |
Large, oval, edible when cooked |
Juice Content |
Moderate |
Ripening Color Change |
Turns from green to yellowish-brown as it ripens |