You Cut Open a Watermelon and Found Cracks? Stop Eating It Until You Know What They Mean
Internal cracks—sometimes called hollow heart—can develop for several reasons.
In many cases, the condition is linked to environmental factors during growth, such as:
These cracks do not always mean the fruit is unsafe, but they can affect texture and quality.
However, if the watermelon also has an unusual smell, discoloration, mold, or signs of spoilage, it should be discarded.
