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Also known as Jaune Gros de Paris, or Big Yellow Pumpkin of Paris. The beautiful giant pumpkin of historic Paris. The big pinkish-yellow fruit can grow to over 100 lbs. They are round, flattened, and have light ribbing. They are good keepers and are still popular in France. Good in pies, soups, and baked. The yellowish pink skin cracks when ripe, and the flesh is dark yellow.
Also known as romaine jaune, romaine or Roman squash.
Varieties:
Nicaise Squash
fruit: Round, flattened, broad ribs, red-orange skin.
fruit size: 25 to 30 cm in diameter. Height 13 to 17 cm.
weight: 5 to 7 kg.