Kakrol is the common name of:

Correct option is C

Kakrol is the common name of Spine Gourd (Momordica dioica), known for its small, spiny fruits.

· (a) Ridge gourd: Luffa acutangular

· (b) Bottle gourd: Lagenaria siceraria

· (d) Snake gourd: Trichosanthes cucumerina

Important Point: Spine gourd is both a nutritious vegetable and a traditional medicinal plant widely used in folk medicine.
Food Values:
· Palatable and slightly sweet, free from bitterness.
· Rich in antioxidants and nutrients:
· β-carotene
· Vitamin C
· Folic acid
· Magnesium
· Phosphorus
· Potassium
· Moisture content: 84.1–87%.
Medicinal Uses:
· Leaf decoction: Reduces fever.
· Tuberous roots: Relieve headache, migraine, and kidney stones.
· Fruit: Controls diabetes and blood pressure.
· Tribal use: Roots treat diarrhea, fever, and rheumatism.
· Seeds: Help with chest problems and stimulate urinary discharge.