As Espécies da Quinta

Courgette Cucurbita pepo Cucurbitaceae

Also known as zucchini or baby marrow, this creeping plant native to Mesoamerica, produces large yellow and orange flowers that are highly valued as a foodstuff. The fruits are generally cylindrical and elongated in shape and, depending on the variety, the skin may be light green, dark green or yellow and the flesh is white or yellow. It is very rich in potassium.