Male Gac Flowers develop in early summer in warm climates.

(1/2) Male Gac Flowers develop in early summer in warm climates.

Male Gac vine flowers developing in early Summer Northern NSW.

(2/2) Male Gac vine flowers developing in early Summer Northern NSW.

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Gac - Male

Momordica cochinchinensis
The Male produces flowers that will pollinate a Female vine. A perennial melon noted for its orange-red flesh, native to SE Asia. The aril around the seeds is a deep brilliant red, high in the carotenes lycopene and betacarotene. Traditionally, it is muc... Read More
Other Names: Spiny Bitter Cucumber

$34.00

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Specifications of Gac - Male

Preferred Climate Tropical, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones

Grown From CuttingLearn About Propagation Methods

Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m

Plants required to Pollinate 2 compatible plants (Pollination Required)Learn about Pollination

Can it Handle Frosts? Likes Temps above 5deg

Amount of leaves in Winter? No Leaves (Deciduous)

Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas WA

Suitability in Pots Yes

Water Requirements Moderate Watering

Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? Can be pruned to 2m

Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest First Year

Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)

Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage

Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)

Fruiting/Harvest Months February, March, April, May, June

Fertiliser All Purpose, Compost, PotAsh

Plant Width 2-4m, 4-6m

Growth Rate Fast

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