{"product_id":"indian-mini-bitter-gourd-seeds","title":"Indian Mini Bitter Gourd Seeds (Karela) – Heirloom Mini Bitter Melon, Momordica charantia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSouth Indian Mini Bitter Gourd\u003c\/strong\u003e · Heirloom · Organically Grown · Non-GMO · Origin: South India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMomordica charantia\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Indian mini bitter gourd \/ bitter melon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 inches long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vigorous climbing vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm-season vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6–8+ hours)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trellis recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick young and tender for best eating quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInternational \u0026amp; Regional Names\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMini Karela, Bitter Melon, Bitter Gourd (English)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKarela (Hindi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePavakkai (Tamil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKakarakaya (Telugu)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagalakayi (Kannada)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow South Indian Mini Bitter Gourd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic compact-fruited variety originating from South India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive bitter flavor prized in South Indian cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in warm summer heat — perfect for home gardens, raised beds, and trellises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall fruit size ideal for traditional preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary \u0026amp; Traditional Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouth Indian curries and stir-fries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFried bitter gourd (pavakkai fry)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuffed karela\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional regional dishes across South and Southeast Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak seeds in warm water for \u003cstrong\u003e12–24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing to improve germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds \u003cstrong\u003e½–1 inch deep\u003c\/strong\u003e in warm, well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a sturdy trellis, fence, or cattle panel for climbing support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest regularly to encourage continued fruit production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when fruits are \u003cstrong\u003eyoung, firm, and dark green\u003c\/strong\u003e — approximately 2 inches long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat NOT To Do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not plant before soil has warmed — cold soil inhibits germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not allow fruits to over-mature on the vine — productivity will decline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not skip the trellis — vines need vertical support to thrive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeed Quality Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packed in small batches at Inherited Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds are intended for planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouth Indian and Indian home cooks and gardeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom and cultural variety enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer gardens, raised beds, and trellised plots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone seeking authentic regional bitter gourd varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Inherited Seeds","offers":[{"title":"1 Pack (10 Seeds)","offer_id":47544675500205,"sku":"IS1169","price":4.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Pack (20 Seeds)","offer_id":47544675532973,"sku":null,"price":8.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Pack (30 Seeds)","offer_id":47544675565741,"sku":null,"price":11.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0531\/9134\/4301\/files\/5C7AB0C7-76F3-46FA-8A4A-68E29CAC1B16_640x427_8856c935-f97c-45bd-84e2-d06dabd734f1.jpg?v=1789267525","url":"https:\/\/inheritedseeds.com\/products\/indian-mini-bitter-gourd-seeds","provider":"Inherited Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}