7 Refreshing Facts About Watermelon

Both

Watermelon is one of the few foods that can be classed as both fruit and vegetable.

Their Name

Watermelons are 92% water, making them an ideal refresher during the hot summer months.

Varieties

Watermelons are available in over 1,200 different types.

Square Watermelons

Japanese farmers have perfected the skill of producing square watermelons.

State Vegetable

Watermelon is the state vegetable of Oklahoma.

Completely Edible

Watermelons are completely edible, including the rinds, seeds, and flesh.

Scientific Name

Watermelon is scientifically known as 'Citrullus Lanatus'.

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