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Urogreen Uro Nisha Bittergourd Seeds
Katahi Kareli is a traditional, indigenous variety of bitter gourd known for its strong bitterness, medicinal properties, and hardy vine growth. Widely grown in rural and organic farming systems, it produces long, slender green fruits with spiny ridges, weighing around 80–120 grams. The first harvest is ready in 50–60 days, with consistent yields under regular picking. Ideal for warm and humid climates, it is sown in North India during February–April (summer), June–July (monsoon), and in some regions October–November (mild winter). It thrives with trellis support and proper spacing, and performs well even with minimal inputs. Rich in nutrients like vitamin C, iron, fiber, and plant compounds such as charantin and momordicin, it is used in Ayurveda for managing diabetes, digestion, liver detox, and immunity. Its high local demand, low cultivation cost, and suitability for home gardens and herbal markets make it a valuable crop for small and health-conscious farmers.
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Description
🌿 Katahi Kareli – A Traditional and Medicinal Variety of Bitter Gourd
Katahi Kareli is a traditional and indigenous variety of bitter gourd known for its intense bitterness, medicinal properties, strong vine structure, and adaptability to diverse climates. This variety is especially suited for rural farming, home gardening, and organic cultivation. It is not only consumed as a nutritious vegetable but also widely used in natural remedies for various ailments. For years, this variety has remained popular among farmers and household consumers alike.
🌱 Key Features:
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Type: Traditional/Desi Bitter Gourd
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Vine Nature: Fast-growing, strong, and spreading vines
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Fruit Shape: Long, slender, with light spiny ridges
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Color: Dark green when young, turns light green or yellow when mature
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Taste: Strong and pure bitterness, a marker of its medicinal value
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Average Fruit Weight: Around 80–120 grams
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First Harvest: Within 50–60 days of sowing
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Yield: Moderate to high with regular harvesting
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Shelf Life: Average, but suitable for local markets
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Climate Tolerance: Performs well in hot and humid conditions
🌾 Cultivation Information:
Sowing Time:
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Summer Season: February – May
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Monsoon Season: June – July
Katahi Kareli Sowing Time in North India – Brief Overview:
🔹 Summer Sowing:
👉 February to April – Best suited for the beginning of the warm season, as the crop prefers heat and dryness.
🔹 Monsoon Sowing:
👉 June to July – Can also be sown at the beginning of the rainy season, provided the field has good drainage.
🔹 Winter Sowing (where climate permits):
👉 October to November – Only in areas with mild winters, like the Terai or southern plains.
📌 Note: As a warm-season crop, avoid sowing Katahi Kareli in frost-prone or extremely cold weather.
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Seed Rate: 1.5 – 2 kg per acre
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Spacing: 1.5 – 2 feet between plants, 5 – 6 feet between rows
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Support: Use trellis or netting to train the vines upward, which prevents fruit from touching the ground and improves quality
💊 Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:
Katahi Kareli contains charantin, momordicin, and bitter alkaloids that are effective for controlling diabetes, improving digestion, treating skin diseases, relieving constipation, and purifying blood.
Its juice is widely used in Ayurveda for blood sugar management, liver detox, and boosting immunity.
It is rich in vitamin C, iron, fiber, and antioxidants.
📈 Market Value & Farmer Benefits:
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High demand in local markets due to its indigenous origin
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Excellent prices due to the growing popularity of organic and medicinal produce
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Low input cost and easy crop management make it ideal for small and marginal farmers
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Preferred by Ayurvedic medicine manufacturers and herbal product industries
✅ Ideal For:
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Farmers practicing traditional or indigenous farming
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Growers promoting organic and chemical-free cultivation
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Home gardeners and kitchen garden enthusiasts
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Consumers with diabetes or health-conscious diets
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Farmers interested in preserving local seed varieties
Additional information
| Weight | 0.010 kg |
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| Dimensions | 10 × 5 × 15 cm |
| Weight | 10gm, 100 gram |
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