The flower of ahuyama, squash, pumpkin, pipian is a flower considered as food in many cultures of the world. It is edible like its fruit (the pumpkin), the seeds (pips) and the tender stems.

The pumpkin flower is trumpet shaped. It has brightly colored petals that vary from yellow green when immature to orange yellow when fully ripe.

Pumpkin flowers are rich in calcium and phosphorus, so it is recommended for people with osteoporosis. It also has potassium, iron and magnesium. Contains vitamin A, B complex (B1, B2, B3), vitamin C and folic acid. It is considered part of a healthy diet because of its low caloric intake, in addition to the fact that it prevents cardiovascular diseases and is a good antioxidant.