Bridging species of Cucurbita is:

Correct option is C

C. lundelliana is recognized as the bridging species in Cucurbita. It plays an important role in genetic crosses among other species due to its unique genetic traits.

· C. moschata: Commonly grown for edible purposes, not a bridging species.

· C. pepo: Known for squash and pumpkin varieties, with no role in bridging.

· C. maxima: Another species cultivated for pumpkins, but not a bridging species.