UW Extension

A cantaloupe is a delicious summer melon. Cantaloupe is an orange, juicy summer fruit that’s related to the watermelon and honeydew melon.

Varieties

There are two main cantaloupe varieties: North American and European. Both varieties have orange flesh inside and have a similar taste.

The primary difference is the outside pattern on the rind. North American cantaloupe, also known as muskmelon, is round with thin, light brown skin and a net-like covering, while European cantaloupe is oblong with lightly ribbed gray-green skin.

Nutrition

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