- A bitter tasting gourd that is prized for its potential health benefits, this variety is commonly grown in tropiucal regions and used in Indian and Chinese cuisine.
Bitter Gourd Seeds. 80 Days. Momordica charanita. Non-GMO, Heirloom, Open Pollinated. Annual. AKA: Bitter Melon, Balsam Pear, Foo Gwa. Warty, green, tapered fruits that grow 8 to 10 inches long and about 3 inches in diameter on cucumber-like vines.