Botanical Name: Momordica charantia
Plant Part Used: Fruit
Processing Method: Extraction
Bitter melon, scientifically known as Momordica charantia, belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family, this tropical and subtropical vine plant is native to Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean. The fruit of the bitter melon plant is characterized by its distinctively bitter taste. Bitter melon is also utilized for its medicinal properties. It is believed to possess various phytochemicals, vitamins, and nutrients that contribute to its potential health-promoting effects. Bitter melon is rich in essential vitamins and nutrients, including vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B6, folate, potassium, and iron.
