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  • loofah (byass)
  • luffah
  • loofah and seeds (michelle)
  • loofah (byass)
  • luffah
  • loofah and seeds (michelle)

Loofah ('Luffa')

Luffa aegyptiaca syn. Luffa cylindrica

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  • also known as 'Sponge Gourd'
  • fast growing annual vine, needs support
  • young fruit, 10-15 cm in length, can be used as zucchinis
  • young shoots, leaves and flower buds also edible
  • mature fruits produce seeds and sustainable sponges
LifecycleAnnual
Quantity5 seeds
Best byDec-23
SKUGOU-LOO-1223
Loofah, also called 'Luffa' or 'Sponge Gourd' is a fast-growing vine that needs support. Fruit can be eaten young, 10-15cm, like zucchini, or left to dry on vine. Young shoots, leaves and flower buds are edible. Mature fruits produce “loofah” which can be used as a sponge.
Sow inSeptember, October, November
Sowing MethodDirect Sow
Depth to Sow15mm
Germination14-21 days
Distance Apart75cm
Harvest100-150 days

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Disclaimer: Plant notes found here are given in good faith and are for educational and/or gardening purposes only. Seek further information if the plant is unknown to you.
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