Variety characteristics:

• W1421 Changcuiyu is a mid- to late-season F1 bitter melon producing elongated fruits with pale white skin and a subtle light green tint. Fruits typically measure approximately 14–28 inches long and 1.8–2.4 inches across. The textured fruits have a moderate bitter flavor and are intended for harvest while young and firm. Vigorous, branching vines perform best during warm weather and require a sturdy trellis in either open-field or protected cultivation.