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Colocynth (wild pumpkin)

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Colocynth (wild pumpkin)


The Colocynth (Citrullus colocynthis) grows in the dry regions of the land during the entire year. Its apple-sized spherical fruit resembles the watermelon. Its pealing is used as a remedy against stomachache, but its pulp contains a substance that makes it a strong but dangerous laxative that can even lead to death. 2 Kings 4:38–41 may exactly allude to this plant.
‎2 Kings 4:28–41

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