Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) Benefits of Bitter Melon (Bitter Gourd) and Its Extract Bitter melon — also known as bitter gourd or Momordica charantia — is a tropical vine that belongs to the gourd family and is closely related to zucchini, squash, pumpkin, and cucumber.   It’s cultivated around the world for its edible fruit, … Continue reading Bitter melon (Momordica charantia)