* The first recorded watermelon harvest occurred nearly 5,000 years ago in Egypt.
* Watermelon's official name is Citrullus lanatus of the botanical family Curcurbitacae and it is a vegetable. It is related to cucumbers, pumpkins and squash.
* To save space in the Fridge Square watermelons are being grown in southern Japan
* Watermelon is an ideal health food because it doesn't contain any fat or cholesterol, is high in fiber and vitamins A & C and is a good source of potassium.
* Every part of a watermelon is edible, even the seeds and rinds.
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