Pumpkins, like other squash, are thought to have originated in North America. source
Pumpkins, like other squash, are thought to have originated in North America.
The oldest evidence, pumpkin-related seeds dating between 7000 and 5500 BC, was found in Mexico. source
The oldest evidence, pumpkin-related seeds dating between 7000 and 5500 BC, was found in Mexico.
Since some squash share the same botanical classifications as pumpkins, the names are frequently used interchangeably. source
Since some squash share the same botanical classifications as pumpkins, the names are frequently used interchangeably.
Traditional C. pepo pumpkins generally weigh between 6 and 18 pounds (2.7 and 8.2 kg), source
Traditional C. pepo pumpkins generally weigh between 6 and 18 pounds (2.7 and 8.2 kg),
The color of pumpkins derives from orange carotenoid pigments, including beta-cryptoxanthin. source
The color of pumpkins derives from orange carotenoid pigments, including beta-cryptoxanthin.
The word pumpkin originates from the word pepon , which is Greek for "large melon", something round and large. source
The word pumpkin originates from the word pepon , which is Greek for "large melon", something round and large.
The term pumpkin has no agreed upon botanical or scientific meaning, and is used interchangeably with "squash" and "winter squash" in some areas. source
The term pumpkin has no agreed upon botanical or scientific meaning, and is used interchangeably with "squash" and "winter squash" in some areas.
The traditional American pumpkin used for jack-o-lanterns is the Connecticut Field variety. source
The traditional American pumpkin used for jack-o-lanterns is the Connecticut Field variety.
The top pumpkin-producing states include Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and California. source
The top pumpkin-producing states include Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and California.
Pumpkins are a warm-weather crop that is usually planted in early July. source
Pumpkins are a warm-weather crop that is usually planted in early July.
Pumpkins produce both a male and female flower; honeybees play a significant role in fertilization. source
Pumpkins produce both a male and female flower; honeybees play a significant role in fertilization.
"Giant pumpkins" are a large squash (within the group of common squash Cucurbita maxima) that can exceed 1 tonne in weight. source
"Giant pumpkins" are a large squash (within the group of common squash Cucurbita maxima) that can exceed 1 tonne in weight.
Pumpkins are commonly carved into decorative lanterns called jack-o'-lanterns for the Halloween season in North America. source
Pumpkins are commonly carved into decorative lanterns called jack-o'-lanterns for the Halloween season in North America.
Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are edible and nutrient-rich. source
Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are edible and nutrient-rich.
Association of pumpkins with harvest time and pumpkin pie at Canadian and American Thanksgiving reinforce its iconic role. source
Association of pumpkins with harvest time and pumpkin pie at Canadian and American Thanksgiving reinforce its iconic role.
