Cucurbit Collection

The Pumpkin (colour litho)
2638531 The Pumpkin (colour litho) by Verneuil, Maurice Pillard (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrator: Maurice Pillard Verneuil Illustration from Plants)

Various types of chemical stills
Alembic still with cucurbit flask and stil-head, alcohol still, and subliming aludel or Hermetic vase. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of

Orange gourds, Cucurbita

Chayote (Sechium edule) vine plant, Beau-Bassin, Mauritius, Africa

Germany, large selection of squashes

Various ornamental pumpkins (Cucurbita)

Ornamental pumpkins (Cucurbita)

Pyramid of pumpkins

Bitter melon -Momordica charantia-, A Kumily, Kerala, India
Bitter melon -Momordica charantia-, Kumily, Kerala, India

Bitter cucumber

Western honey bee -Apis mellifera- on pumpkin flower, Hokkaido, Japan, Asien

Cucurbit -Cucurbita moschata-, Stuttgart, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Bitter melon -Momordica charantia-, fruit and leaves, Kuda Oya, Sri Lanka

Pumpkin flower and Pumpkin -Cucurbita maxima-, Europe

Different types of squash on a pile, Bergisches Land, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Harvested pumpkins in a pumpkin field with fluffy clouds

Hokkaido squash, half

Close-up of squash

Yellow squashes on plant, close-up

Man holding ripe red squash, close-up

Man slicing a squash in half, whole, peeled and sliced squashes nearby

Ripe Squash Turks Turban among stems and leaves, close-up

Three Squashes Turks Turban

Squash Turks Turban, acorn squash and spaghetti squash, all winter squashes

Orange squash with stems tangled around wooden posts, close-up

Pattypan squash, close-up

Bowl of Kabocha squash and azuki beans, with chopsticks, traditionally Japanese

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"Cucurbit: A Vibrant World of Gourds and Pumpkins" Step into the enchanting world of cucurbits, where a riot of colors and shapes awaits. From the mesmerizing Pumpkin litho to various types of chemical stills, this diverse family captivates with its beauty and versatility. Amongst them, the orange gourds of Cucurbita steal the show. These vibrant fruits bring warmth to autumn landscapes, their cheerful hues echoing the changing leaves that surround them. And it's not just pumpkins; ornamental varieties also grace gardens with their unique patterns and textures. Venturing further afield, we find ourselves in Beau-Bassin, Mauritius, Africa. Here stands the Chayote vine plant—a true marvel with its sprawling tendrils reaching for the sky. Its green fruits hold secrets waiting to be discovered. Returning to our beloved pumpkins once more, we encounter a pyramid formed by these iconic symbols of fall. An impressive sight indeed. But let us not forget about bitter melon—Momordica charantia—found in Kumily, Kerala, India. This intriguing cucumber-like fruit challenges our taste buds while offering numerous health benefits. Nature's harmony unfolds as we witness a Western honey bee -Apis mellifera- delicately sipping nectar from a pumpkin flower in Hokkaido, Japan. Asien becomes alive with buzzing activity as these industrious creatures contribute to pollination. In this vast realm of cucurbits lies an abundance of wonderment—a kaleidoscope blending artistry and nature's bounty seamlessly together.