Colocynth (wild pumpkin)
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