🍃 The Bitter Gourd (Momordica charantia)
Introduction
The Bitter Gourd, scientifically known as Momordica charantia, is a tropical and subtropical vine belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. Commonly called Bitter Melon, Pavakkai, or Karela, it is well-known for its distinct bitter taste and numerous health-promoting and medicinal properties. Bitter gourd is widely cultivated in India, China, and tropical regions worldwide, used both as a vegetable and a natural medicine in traditional healing systems like Ayurveda.
