It is grown in temperate climates, although it withstands cold perfectly. Its season starts in April and goes until September. They have a high content of water and fiber and few calories; it is also rich in vitamin A and contains carbohydrates, vitamins C, B1, B2, E, minerals such as potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, iron, and sulfur; as well as pectins, fructose, niacin, thiamine, and riboflavin. It is beneficial for health as it improves intestinal transit, prevents constipation, anemia, diarrhea, alleviates coughs, bronchitis and due to its detoxifying power it combats obesity, skin problems, gout, arthritis, rheumatism and facilitates digestion.