Cucumber

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Botanical definition: Cucumber (L. Cucumis sativus) - an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the family of squash. When the stems have 4-5 leaves, it is a liana that lies on the ground, spreads out, or grows up by clinging to the surrounding objects (with its stalks).

Importance. Cucumber is a popular vegetable crop and is widespread. Its fresh unripe one is eaten fresh, salted, canned, and is a flavoring ingredient that helps digest food. its biochemical composition: 95-96% water, 4-5% dry matter, 0.8-1% protein, 0.10-0.11% fats, 1.5-2.5% sugar, 0, 7-0.8% fiber, 0.4-0.5% ash, 8-28 mg. % Vitamin C, 0.03-0.2 mg.% preserves vitamins A, B1, B2, PP. Its ash contains large amounts of potassium, phosphorus and calcium. In addition, cucumber contains various trace elements, mineral salts and enzymes, is an important tool in improving metabolism, neutralization. Cucumber is one of the indispensable dietary products in the diet of people with diabetes.

Sowing periods. Early period: April 1-15 in the southern provinces; April 10-20 in the central regions; April 20-30 in the northern provinces. Middle period: April 20^th and May 5^th in the southern provinces; May 1-10 in the central regions; May 1-15 in the northern provinces. Late period: July 10-20 in the southern provinces; June 15-30 in the central regions; May 15-25 in the northern ones.