Variety characteristics:

• W1422 Cihuang is an early bitter melon variety producing attractive pale white-green fruits covered with prominent pointed tubercles. Fruits typically grow to approximately 8 inches long and have thick, notably crisp flesh with a clean, moderately bitter flavor. Vigorous vines develop multiple branches and may set fruit over an extended period under suitable warm-season growing conditions. A sturdy trellis is recommended to support the vines and keep developing fruits suspended above the soil.