PRODUCT INFO Thai pumpkins are medium to large in size, averaging 8 to 14 pounds, and have a flattened, round to ovate shape. The rind is deeply ribbed, textured, firm, and thin, sometimes covered in a powdery coating. When young, Thai pumpkins are dark green, covered in tan speckles and mottling, and as the pumpkin matures in storage, it transitions into to a uniform tan to light brown hue. Underneath the rind, the flesh is dense, bright orange-yellow, and has a drier consistency, encasing a small central cavity filled with ivory seeds and stringy fibers. Thai pumpkins develop a smooth, creamy, and soft texture when cooked and have a rich, sweet, and subtle, spice-like flavor.Thai pumpkins are a good source of vitamins A and C, which are antioxidants that strengthen the immune system, reduce inflammation, and boost collagen production within the skin. The pumpkins also provide potassium to help balance fluid intake, manganese to activate enzymes in the body, and some fiber to stimulate the digestive tract. USES Thai pumpkins, botanically classified as Cucurbita moschata, are large, ridged fruits that grow on a vining plant belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. The name Thai pumpkin is a general descriptor used to encompass multiple varieties of pumpkins commonly grown in Thailand. Pumpkins have become a favored secondary crop in Thailand and are planted as an additional source of income. The thick-fleshed pumpkins are valued for their resistance to disease, high yields, large size, and easy-to-grow nature. Thai pumpkins are also being cultivated in the United States through exotic farms and in home gardens as a specialty variety. The main variety of Thai pumpkin that is cultivated in both Thailand and the United States is also known as Rai Kaw Tok. SEASON Thai pumpkins are available year-round in Thailand.
Squash (pumpkin type): Jack Be Little Cucurbita pepo Approx. 14-16 seeds per gram Always popular at Halloween, pumpkins are fun to grow in the garden if you have enough room. They are vigorous trailing plants and take up quite a bit of space. The larger varieties need a long growing season and are great for competitions and carving. Smaller types are more practical in the kitchen.
Organic Squash Cinnamon Girl F1 Squash (pumpkin type): Cinnamon Girl Cucurbita pepo Approx. 3-4 seeds per gram Always popular at Halloween, pumpkins are fun to grow in the garden if you have enough room. They are vigorous trailing plants and take up quite a bit of space. The larger varieties need a long growing season and are great for competitions and carving. Smaller types are more practical in the kitchen.
Squash (pumpkin Type): Black Futsu Cucurbita Moschata Approx. 2-3 Seeds Per Gram Always Popular At Halloween, Pumpkins Are Fun To Grow In The Garden If You Have Enough Room. They Are Vigorous Trailing Plants And Take Up Quite A Bit Of Space. The Larger Varieties Need A Long Growing Season And Are Great For Competitions And Carving. Smaller Types Are More Practical In The Kitchen. Black Futsu Is A Heavily Ribbed Small Pumpkin Which Is Very Dark Green (almost Black). If Left To Mature Fully It Turns Grey And Eventually Orange. Black Futsu Has A Long Growing Season But Can Be Picked At The Black Grey Or Orange Stage. The Flavour Is Particularly Good And It Stores Well. Please Send Your Inquire For More Details And Best Prices
Pumpkin belongs to the Cucurbita genus, along with cucumbers, melons, and squash. However, the term â??pumpkinâ?? refers to members of four different species, C. moschata, C. mixta, C. pep, and C. maxima. Pumpkins range in size from less than 0.5 kg to more than 450 kg. Miniature-sized pumpkins weigh less than 0.5 kg, are marketed fresh and typically used for decorative purposes. Pumpkin is a nutrient-dense crop; a cup of cooked pumpkin provides more than 200 percent of the recommended daily intake of vitamin A, 20 percent of the recommended vitamin C and more potassium than a banana. Our Fresh Pumpkin is sourced from growers in China, India, Italy and Mexico. To find out more about our Fresh Pumpkin please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Squash (pumpkin type): Rouge Vif Deetempes Cucurbita Maxima Approx. 2-3 seeds per gram Always popular at Halloween, pumpkins are fun to grow in the garden if you have enough room. They are vigorous trailing plants and take up quite a bit of space. The larger varieties need a long growing season and are great for competitions and carving. Smaller types are more practical in the kitchen.
Squash (pumpkin type): Musquee De Provence Cucurbita moschata Approx. 2-3 seeds per gram Always popular at Halloween, pumpkins are fun to grow in the garden if you have enough room. They are vigorous trailing plants and take up quite a bit of space. The larger varieties need a long growing season and are great for competitions and carving. Smaller types are more practical in the kitchen.
Squash (pumpkin type): Jack O Lantern Cucurbita maxima Approx. 3-4 seeds per gram Always popular at Halloween, pumpkins are fun to grow in the garden if you have enough room. They are vigorous trailing plants and take up quite a bit of space. The larger varieties need a long growing season and are great for competitions and carving. Smaller types are more practical in the kitchen.
A pumpkin is a cultivar of a squash plant, most commonly of Cucurbita pepo, that is round with smooth, slightly ribbed skin, and most often deep yellow to orange in coloration. The thick shell contains the seeds and pulp. In a 100-gram amount, raw pumpkin provides 110 kilojoules (26 kilocalories) of food energy and is an excellent source (20% or more the Daily Value, DV) of provitamin A beta-carotene and vitamin A (53% DV). Vitamin C is present in moderate content (11% DV), but no other nutrients are in significant amounts (less than 10% DV, table). Pumpkin is 92% water, 6.5% carbohydrate, 0.1% fat and 1% protein. Pumpkins are very versatile in their uses for cooking. Most parts of the pumpkin are edible, including the fleshy shell, the seeds, the leaves, and even the flowers. Pumpkin purée is sometimes prepared and frozen for later use. When ripe, the pumpkin can be boiled, steamed, or roasted. Pumpkins that are still small and green may be eaten in the same way as squash or zucchini. In the Middle East, pumpkin is used for sweet dishes; a well-known sweet delicacy is called halawa yaqtin. In the Indian subcontinent, pumpkin is cooked with butter, sugar, and spices in a dish called kadu ka halwa. Pumpkin is used to make sambar in Udupi cuisine. In Guangxi province, China, the leaves of the pumpkin plant are consumed as a cooked vegetable or in soups. In Australia and New Zealand, pumpkin is often roasted in conjunction with other vegetables. In Japan, small pumpkins are served in savory dishes, including tempura. In Myanmar, pumpkins are used in both cooking and desserts (candied). The seeds are a popular sunflower seed substitute. In Thailand, small pumpkins are steamed with custard inside and served as a dessert. In Vietnam, pumpkins are commonly cooked in soups with pork or shrimp. In Italy, it can be used with cheeses as a savory stuffing for ravioli. Also, pumpkin can be used to flavor both alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. Price of product : Working Product origin : Sri Lanka Key Specifications/Special Features Highly nutritious and particularly rich in vitamin A High antioxidant content reduces the risk of chronic diseases Packs vitamins that may boost immunity Vitamin A, lutein and zeaxanthin protects eyesight Nutrient density and low calorie count promotes weight loss Antioxidant content lowers risk of cancer Potassium, vitamin C and fiber may benefit heart health Contains compounds that promote healthy skin Incredibly versatile and easy to add to diet Harmonization System (HS) Code : 07099300 Minimum Order Size : 1 Ton Packaging details : 10/ 15/ 25 / 50 kg
