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The Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata cv. Butternut) belongs to Cucurbitaceae (the Gourd family). It is an annual herb that was developed in the United States in the 1940s. It is said to be a cross between a Gooseneck squash and a Hubbard squash. It is a variety of 'Japanese squash' (Cucurbita moschata). It is a long, gourd-shaped squash that grows to between 20 and 30 cm in length, with a beige to yellowish-brown skin. The flesh is a deep orange color, and the texture is thick and sticky, with a rich, sweet flavor. The name comes from the fact that the flesh has a buttery flavor and the shape is similar to a nut. The photo shows the horticultural variety 'Suzunari Batako-san' (Nanto Seed Co.).
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