It is equally known as bitter melon, bitter cucumber, balsam-pear, bitter apple ... and ku-gua throughout China. Momordica charantia likely originated in eastern India or southern China.

Bitter gourd (colloquially: bitter melon; bitter apple; bitter gourd; bitter squash; balsam-pear; with many more ... Edible Plant Scientific name: Momordica charantia Calories19 cal Type Serving ...