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Origin
The cucumber is thought to have originated in India, but has been cultivated in ancient times in Asia, Africa and Europe.
Varieties
Cucumbers are grown world wide in China, Japan, Turkey, Ireland, U.K., Spain, Canary Islands, Romania, Holland and Egypt.
Growing Conditions Required
Cucumbers are usually grown under glass or plastic in cooler latitudes but they really thrive in the tropics.
Handling Requirements
Store at 10ºC and high humidity and a cucumber can keep for up to 2 weeks.
Irish Season
Cucumbers are grown in Ireland, and are available from February to the end of October.
Eating Experience
Cucumbers are usually eaten raw as a juicy salad vegetable.
The Healthy Option
Cucumbers are rich in potassium which helps combat fatigue and muscle weakness. The juice of a cucumber is also an excellant skin cleanser as its rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin A, iron and calcium.
Interesting Fact
Cucumbers are of the same family as melons, marrows, squashes and pumpkins.
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