Below is a list of all known varieties for Musk Melon. Click on a variety name to view more detailed nutrient and sourcing information.
| Variety Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Air-Dried Melon Slices | Thin slices of highly sweet melon (e.g., Hami or Cantaloupe) that have been naturally air-dried. Used as a chewy, intense, and naturally sweet snack. |
| Ambrosia Melon | A widely popular hybrid Cantaloupe known for its extremely sweet flavor, tender orange flesh, and high resistance to splitting. Used for fresh eating. |
| Ananas Melon | An old European heirloom melon with light netting and pale green to cream-colored flesh. Its name (meaning "pineapple") refers to its exceptionally sweet, aromatic, and juicy flavor. |
| Banana Melon | A large, heirloom muskmelon known for its elongated, banana-like shape. It has a high sugar content and salmon-colored flesh with a strong, spicy, banana-like aroma. |
| Crenshaw Melon | A large, oval winter melon with a golden-yellow, slightly wrinkled rind. The flesh is sweet, juicy, and peach-colored, with a characteristic spicy, sweet aroma. |
| Heirloom Ha-Ogen Melon | A large heirloom melon with deep green ribs against a yellow rind. The flesh is bright green, highly fragrant, and has a rich, spicy, sweet flavor. |
| Honey Globe Melon | A large, elongated melon often categorized as a Honeydew-Cantaloupe cross. It has a pale green, slightly netted rind and exceptionally sweet, juicy flesh. |
| Jenny Lind Melon | A rare heirloom musk melon known for its unique "turban" or "navel" at the blossom end. It has bright green flesh and a very sweet, rich, musky flavor. |
| Kajari Melon | A small Indian heirloom melon with unique striped skin (green, orange, and yellow). The flesh is very aromatic, sweet, and pale green. |
| Kharbooja (Indian Melon) | A general term used in North India for various sweet melons, typically referring to varieties with netted skin and pale orange, highly fragrant flesh. |
| Kolkhoznitsa Melon | A Russian heirloom musk melon known for its small, perfectly round shape and thin, bright yellow rind. The flesh is crunchy, very sweet, and white, prized for its refreshing quality. |
| Korean Melon (Chamoe) | A small, bright yellow melon with deep white stripes. It has white, very crisp flesh and a mild, refreshing sweetness, consumed widely in Korea. |
| Melon (Dehydrated Chunks) | The dried, chewy pieces of various sweet melons (Cantaloupe or Honeydew). Used as a sweet snack or ingredient in trail mix and baked goods. |
| Melon Essence (Natural) | A concentrated liquid flavor extract made from highly fragrant melons (Cantaloupe/Honeydew). Used in commercial flavorings, beverages, and confectionery. |
| Melon Seeds (Infused) | The seeds of the melon (often Cantaloupe) that have been toasted and seasoned with spices (e.g., chili or salt). Consumed as a seasoned snack. |
| Melon Seeds (Oil Pressed) | Oil extracted from the seeds of certain melon varieties (often Watermelon or Egusi). It is a light, nutty-flavored oil used in cooking and cosmetics. |
| Melon Seeds (Sweetened/Coated) | The melon seeds (often from Watermelon or Cantaloupe) that have been roasted and coated in a sweet candy or syrup. A specialty snack common in the Middle East and Asia. |
| Melon Sorbet/Granita | A preparation where the puréed flesh of various melons (Musk, Watermelon) is frozen into a smooth (sorbet) or icy (granita) dessert. |
| Ogen Melon | A distinct melon variety with a sweet, highly aromatic, lime-green flesh and a striped rind. Known for its intense, spicy-sweet flavor and thin skin. |
| Piel de Sapo (Frog Skin) | A popular Spanish winter melon with a dark green, mottled rind resembling frog skin. The flesh is pale green-white, very crisp, and has a refreshing, subtle sweetness, prized for its excellent storage. |
| Santa Claus Melon | A large, elongated winter melon similar to Piel de Sapo. It has a green and yellow striped rind, very firm, white-green flesh, and is known for its ability to store until Christmas (hence the name). |
| Santa Claus Melon (Christmas Melon) | A large, elongated, green-striped winter melon with very firm, white-green flesh. It is one of the longest-storing melons, prized for its refreshing, subtle sweetness during winter. |
| Sharlyn Melon | A specialty melon known for its distinct mottled green and yellow rind with deep sutures. The flesh is pale green to creamy white, offering a sweet, highly aromatic flavor. |
| Sprite Melon | A small, round, white melon with dark green stripes. It has a high sugar content, very crisp texture, and a mildly sweet flavor, often found in Asian markets. |
| Sugar Kiss Melon | A modern hybrid melon (Musk Melon type) known for its exceptionally high sugar content and deep orange, very tender flesh. It is marketed for its intense sweetness. |
| Tigger Melon | A small, eye-catching melon with a yellow rind and striking red/orange zigzag stripes. The flesh is white, juicy, and mildly sweet, with a distinct, floral aroma. |
| Yubari King Melon | An extremely expensive, high-end Japanese hybrid Cantaloupe/Musk Melon, famous for its perfect round shape, deep netting, and exceptionally sweet, tender, aromatic orange flesh. |