What is the scientific term for squash?

The scientific term for squash refers to its genus, which is Cucurbita. This genus includes various species commonly known as squash, such as Cucurbita pepo (summer squash), Cucurbita maxima (winter squash), and Cucurbita moschata (butternut squash). These plants are part of the Cucurbitaceae family, which also includes cucumbers, melons, and pumpkins.