The Indian pumpkin is known as the national vegetable of India.
This Indian vegetable, popularly known as ‘Kaddu’ in Hindi. In Bengali we called it "Kumro".
India is the second largest producer of Pumpkin in the word after China.
It has a sweet taste with dhals, spices, & vegetables as well as combines easily. It will grow well especially during the hot days of the year.
Why did India choose pumpkin as its national vegetable? Here are some reasons..
Pumpkin is called the national vegetable of India because It grows throughout the country. It is produced in all regions of tropical India and eaten there.
It doesn’t really require great soil characteristics.
Pumpkin grows easily as a climber or creeper.
It is known as the poor man’s vegetable since it grows quickly and produces great vegetables.
It is known as the poor man’s vegetable since it grows quickly and produces great vegetables.