Scientifically speaking, pumpkins are a FRUIT because they contain seeds, but when it comes to cooking, they are often used as a vegetable. Here are some other facts about pumpkins you might not have known:
-Pumpkins are a member of the gourd family, which includes cucumbers, honeydew melons, cantaloupe, watermelons and zucchini
-There are more than 45 different varieties of pumpkin. They range in color like red, yellow, and green, and have names like Hooligan, Cotton Candy, and Orange Smoothie
-The word “pumpkin” showed up for the first time in the fairy tale Cinderella
-Pumpkins were once recommended for removing freckles and curing snake bites
