Cucumber

Cucumber

Formally known by their scientific name Cucumis sativus, cucumbers are a member of the gourd, or Cucurbitaceae, family of plants. 

They originated in various parts of Southeast Asia but are currently grown all over the world. 

Size and color can vary considerably depending on the variety, but cucumbers are best known for their long, cylindrical shape and bright green skin. 

The most popular kinds are categorized into two groups: slicing cucumbers and pickling cucumbers. 

As the categorical name implies, slicing cucumbers are the best ones to enjoy fresh. You’re likely to run into this variety at your local grocery store or on a salad or raw vegetable platter. 

Pickling cucumbers are typically smaller and slightly less common than the slicing variety. They aren’t usually eaten fresh but instead used to make — you guessed it — pickles.

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