Pure White Jyunpaku

A natural wonder! It’s the purest variety of white bitter melon we know of, and it reminds us of the elegant white pearls found off the coast of Okinawa. A most amazing edible ornament, this extra large Japanese bitter melon is sweet with a refined flavor. Nutritionally powerful and health promoting! Bitter melon is identified as a key staple food contributing to the world famous longevity of the Okinawan people. Medicinal value has been demonstrated in regulating blood sugar and preventing diabetes! The fruits develop a sweetness as they ripen. When the fruits are ripe, a bright red sac forms around the seeds. This strain has seed pulp with a superior flavor like a cherry candy! The thick fruits average 8 to 10 inches long. Cut when thick and add to soups or shave thinly and eaten raw. This is perhaps Okinawa’s truest treasure, the beautiful secret of longevity and good health!