Watermelon is both a flowering plant species and the name of its edible fruit in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is a scrambling and trailing vine-like plant that is a highly cultivated fruit with over 1,000 varieties worldwide.

Watermelon was first domesticated over 4,000 years ago in Northeast Africa (1Trusted Source).

It's sweet and juicy, making it the ideal summer treat to quench your thirst.

The rind of this large round fruit is green, and the flesh is bright red. It's also high in nutrients, such as antioxidants and vitamins A and C.

Watermelon is a refreshing, thirst-quenching fruit that many people enjoy during the summer.

It has a high water content and contains nutrients such as lycopene, citrulline, and vitamins A and C.