Old Black Skin Watermelon

Last updated 2026-11-14 — A local specialty with a cultivation history of several hundred years, mainly produced in Xiangbei, Jibang, Chenjia Town, and other townships. The melons are round, have thick flesh, and are heavy in weight. Typically weighing between 7 to 10 jin, larger ones can weigh around 20 to 30 jin. The rind is generally about 1.5 cm thick, though some can be as thick as 3 cm. It serves as an ingredient for making preserved fruits, and the watermelon jam processed from it is pure and sweet.