Some studies on the chemical composition of cucurbit kernels and their seedcoats |
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| Authors: | T R Madaan B M Lal |
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| Institution: | 1. Division of Biochemistry, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, 110012, New Delhi, India
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| Abstract: | Chemical composition of the kernels and seedcoats of 8 cucurbit species, viz watermelon, muskmelon, cucumber, pumpkin, spongegourd, bottlegourd, bittergourd and snakegourd have been studied. The proportion of kernels in these seeds ranged from 48.0 to 75.5%. Oil content in kernels varied from 41.0 to 56.5%, protein 28.07 to 34.34%, crude fibre 1.25 to 2.60% and mineral matter 3.01 to 5.01%. Kernels were quite rich in calcium, iron and phosphorus. The cucurbit species compared well with some of the conventional kernels such as cashewnut and almond in their chemical make-up. Although quite low in fat and protein, the seedcoats of these cucurbit species were quite rich in crude fibre and mineral matter and could be of use as animal feed. |
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