Melon cantaloupe is a melon that is a variety of the muskmelon species from the family Cucurbitaceae. It ranges its weight from 0.5 to 5 kilograms. Cantaloupe support all heart health. Popular with children and adults, cantaloupe can make a refreshing, healthful, and easy summer dessert, while their high water content helps prevent dehydration. This type of fruit also contains a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Other names for cantaloupe include muskmelon, mush melon, rock melon, and Persian melon. They are a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, along with honeydew melons, watermelons, and cucumbers.