Question

Cucurbitacins are the plant bitters present in

• A. Spirulina
• B. Stevia
• C. Garlic
• D. Colocynth

Hint:

Colocynth = source of bitter cucurbitacins (from Cucurbitaceae family).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Cucurbitacins are highly oxygenated tetracyclic triterpenoids found mainly in plants of the Cucurbitaceae family. They impart bitterness and are known for their cytotoxic properties. Colocynth (Citrullus colocynthis) is rich in cucurbitacins.