Is there such thing as a wild pumpkin--if so what does the stem look like?

Wild pumpkins, sometimes referred to as field pumpkins or prairie pumpkins, do exist. Their stems can vary in appearance compared to cultivated pumpkin varieties. Here's a general description of the stem of a wild pumpkin:

- Shape: The stem of a wild pumpkin is typically cylindrical, slender, and can be slightly angled or curved.

- Color: Wild pumpkin stems are usually green, but they may develop shades of brown or yellow as the fruit matures.

- Surface: The surface of the stem is often rough and covered with short, stiff hairs.

- Length: The stem length can vary, but it's generally shorter compared to cultivated pumpkins, ranging from a few inches to about a foot in length.

Wild pumpkin stems are not as smooth and uniform as the stems of domesticated pumpkins, which have been selectively bred for desired traits over generations. These wild pumpkin stems are often thinner and more fibrous than cultivated pumpkin stems. Additionally, wild pumpkins may produce multiple stems from a single plant, and the stems can be sprawling or vining.

Remember, wild pumpkin varieties can exhibit variation depending on the region and species, so the appearance of the stems may differ slightly from this description.