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Sponge Gourd
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Cucurbitaceae

Sponge GourdVine

Luffa aegyptiaca, the sponge gourd, Egyptian cucumber or Vietnamese luffa, is an annual species of vine cultivated for its fruit, native to South and Southeast Asia.

FamilyCucurbitaceae
GenusCucurbitaceae
NativeAsia
LifespanAnnual

Harvest & Storage

Harvesting and storage guidance for Sponge Gourd.

What to Harvest

Sponge Gourd

Harvest guidance is being verified.

When to Harvest

Seasonal

Harvest at maturity

How to Harvest

1Inspect

Harvest only healthy material.

Storage Guide

Fresh

Short term

Use soon after harvest

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