Cucumis melo var. reticulatus

The Galia is a type of melon similar to a cantaloupe, though larger, and with deep green flesh. Most varieties have fairly large fruit compared to other melons. Like any melon, they are sweet and aromatic, with a flavor more like a cantaloupe than a honeydew, although with a complexity of their own. Ripeness is measured not by softness at the stem but rather color and fragrance. Left at room temperature, Galias keep well, but after cutting, each piece should be wrapped and refrigerated to preserve taste. Binomial name Cucumis melo L. The melon is the fruit and plant of a typically vine-like (climber and trailer) herb that was first cultivated more than 4000 years ago (~ 2000 BC) in Persia and Africa. ... Trinomial name Cucumis melo cantalupensis Naudin. ...

They are not particularly difficult to grow. Developed in Israel, Galias are now grown in California U.S.A., Chile, Southern U.S. regions, Costa Rica and Panama. Galia is the only melon harvested in late summer and early fall; it can be grown anywhere other melons can. Galias shouldn't be picked until ripeness is assured and they have a high sugar content. Official language(s) English Capital Sacramento Largest city Los Angeles Area  Ranked 3rd  - Total 158,302 sq mi (410,000 km²)  - Width 250 miles (400 km)  - Length 770 miles (1,240 km)  - % water 4. ...

Several European countries import Galia melons. World map showing Europe Political map Europe is one of the seven traditional continents of Earth; the term continent here referring to a cultural and political distinction, rather than a physiographic one, thus leading to various perspectives about Europes precise borders. ...

Interestingly enough 1 sixth of a regular sized galia melon is one of your five fruits a day.

Galia is also a name from a hebrew origin