Muskmelon GF-849 – Orange-Fleshed Hybrid Muskmelon

Company: Greenfield Seeds and Exports
Country: India
Category: Vegetable Crops → Muskmelon
Product Type: Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Cucumis melo L.
Variety Classification: Hybrid

Variety Overview

Muskmelon GF-849 is a hybrid muskmelon variety presented by Greenfield Seeds and Exports, India.

The variety produces round fruits weighing approximately 1.5–2 kg, with a characteristic netted rind and attractive orange flesh.

GF-849 reaches maturity approximately 70–75 days after sowing, making it suitable for production systems requiring a relatively short growing period.

The plants are characterized by vigorous vine growth and healthy development. According to the supplier, the variety also demonstrates good tolerance to Fusarium, although the specific pathogen race and resistance level are not provided.

The combination of round fruit shape, netted skin, orange flesh and vigorous plant growth distinguishes GF-849 within the muskmelon category.

Plant & Fruit Characteristics

• Variety: Muskmelon GF-849
• Crop: Muskmelon
• Botanical Name: Cucumis melo L.
• Product Type: Vegetable Seeds
• Variety Classification: Hybrid
• Plant Growth Habit: Vigorous, vining
• Days to Maturity: 70–75 days after sowing
• Fruit Shape: Round
• Fruit Weight: 1.5–2 kg
• Fruit Skin: Netted
• Rind Appearance: Tan to beige with pronounced netting (visible in supplier photograph)
• Flesh Colour: Orange
• Flesh Texture: Not specified
• Sweetness (°Brix): Not specified
• Disease Tolerance: Good tolerance to Fusarium (supplier-reported)
• Yield Potential: Not specified
• Recommended Cultivation: Not specified
• Supplier: Greenfield Seeds and Exports, India

Technical Specifications

SEEDBASE Listing Note

Muskmelon GF-849 is an orange-fleshed hybrid muskmelon variety from Greenfield Seeds and Exports, India.

The variety produces round fruits weighing approximately 1.5–2 kg, characterized by a netted rind and orange flesh. Maturity is reached approximately 70–75 days after sowing.

GF-849 develops vigorous vines and is described by the supplier as having good tolerance to Fusarium.

For additional technical specifications, seed availability and cultivation recommendations, please contact the supplier directly.