Sechium edule (Chayote) - Image 3

Botanical names: Sechium edule, Sicyos edule

Common names: Chayote, Chayote Squash, Vegetable Pear, Chaw Chaw

Family: Cucurbitaceae

Origin: Mexico, Central America

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft plantVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterYellow, orange flowersThorny or spinyEdible plantDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.
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