Cucumis Sativus (Noun)
Meaning
A melon vine of the genus Cucumis; cultivated from earliest times for its cylindrical green fruit.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The gardener planted seeds for cucumis sativus in a warm, sunny area to optimize its growth and fruit production.
- In ancient times, people domesticated cucumis sativus, resulting in various varieties and uses in multiple cuisines worldwide.
- This melon, specifically the cucumis sativus, requires full sun to grow well, ideally six to eight hours a day of direct sunlight.
- Greenhouse owners frequently cultivate cucumis sativus in hanging baskets for easier support of its spreading vines.
- Regular harvesting of the cucumis sativus helps the plant focus energy on growing new, high-quality fruit throughout its productive period.