Cucumbers that you grow yourself often have small spines on their skins.

These spines serve various purposes, in particular to protect the plant:

  1. Protection against animals : The spikes help protect the cucumber against insects and small animals that want to eat the fruit.

  2. Moisture regulation : The spines also help regulate moisture. They can drain excess water from the skin, which prevents the fruit from rotting in humid conditions.

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