The cucumber (Cucumis sativus)'s a widely cultivated plant in the gourd family Cucurbitaceae, which includes squash, and in the same genus as the muskmelon. Etymology The English word cucumber originated from Indian word "kachumbar"(कचुँबर). Botany The cucumber's a creeping vine that roots in the ground and grows up trellises or other supporting frames, wrapping around ribbing with thin, spiraling tendrils. The plant has large leaves that form a canopy ov… (More on Cucumbers)