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Luffa cylindricaLuffa cylindrica

Sponge Gourd, Vegetable Sponge

In Stock: 3.389 lb (Total:3.389lb)

Luffa cylindrica

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3.39 lb

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Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

4,202

Quantity:

3.39 lb

Collected in:

Poland

Crop year:

2022

Min. hardiness zone:

7

Item ID:

1832667

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Looking for a unique and versatile plant for your garden? Look no further than the Luffa cylindrica, also known as Sponge Gourd, Smooth Luffa or Egyptian Luffa. This plant produces a fruit that resembles a cucumber and can be harvested young for use as a tasty vegetable, or left to ripen and used to make bath sponges. In fact, the mature fruit is often referred to as a "vegetable sponge" due to its fibrous texture. Luffa cylindrica can also be grown as an ornamental plant for its beautiful flowers and unique fruit. Native to northern Africa, this plant is sure to add interest to any garden.

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