This annual vine has fleshy stems with tendrils and can climb or spread across the ground forming a prostrate habit. It has large dark green heart-shaped leaves and the yellow funnel-shaped flowers appear during spring followed by editable fruit (Cucumber). 

Hardiness zones 9 to 11 

Cucumis sativus is naturally found in India growing on well-drained organic rich moist soils in an open sunny position and is drought and frost tender. 

Cucumber is grown for its editable fruit and is planted in small or large vegetable gardens. There are many varieties available with different fruit types and it establishing from seed in one season. Contact your local nursery for the current available varieties and recommended pest management. ID 828

Cucumis (KOO-koo-mis) sativus (sa-TEE-vus)

Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Gourd or Pumpkin Family