Egusi colosynthis citrullus lanatus is a West African melon. Agushi, agusi and egushi are other names for this fruit. The melon’s flesh is bitter and inedible; only the seeds of the fruit are eaten. Egusi seeds are high in protein and their flavor is said to be close to that of pumpkin seeds.

Muskmelon seeds is another name for cantaloupes, casaba and other melons with a musky, sweet scent. These are vigorous plants with good foliage cover. It has extended shelf life with good keeping quality and good taste. Muskmelons are varieties of melons that may have orange, green or white edible flesh. This delicious fruit grows in the summer months and is a refreshing and cool treat after a day of working or playing outdoors in the hot sunshine.