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TITLE: A NEW VARIETY OF CUCURBITA MAXIMA
Author : C.Rajasekhara Mudaliar
Journal, Bombay Natural History Society,Vol 49(1&2),April 1950,Page no 242.
Abstract

Madras Herbarium No 93177 and 93178 (Malayam -Vellai nathan) cultivated commonly in Malabar District; a quick growing plant flowering within 45 days after sowing; also a good yeilder and duration up to 3 and half months. The variety is named after the place Badagara where it is largely grown.