Luffa Gourd Seeds - Extra Long ,Asian vegetable

The Luffa Gourd is a prolific, robust heirloom variety with slender fruit that grows up to 1 pound and 33 inches long. It has green skin and an excellent flavor, making it a great container specimen. Transplant and trellis for best results.!~ 140 seeds / oz.
This variety of Luffa Angled Seeds is known for its high productivity and robust growth, yielding up to 15 elongated gourds per plant. With a vibrant green skin and delectable taste, these gourds can reach up to 1 pound and measure 1.5" x 33" in size. If left on the vine to fully ripen, the fruits can be harvested to create luffa sponges.
Warm season annual
Maturity: Approx. 80-90 days
Planting season: Late spring/early summer
This Asian vegetable is also called...
China: cee gwa, si gua, tsee gwa , ling chiao si qua, sze kwa, you lin si gua
India: jhingta tori, kalitori, torai
Indonesia: ewes, gambas, hoyong, jingi, ketala manis, oyong, petola
Japan: ito uri, tokado hechima
Malaysia: ketola, petola sagi, petola segi
Philippines: cabatiti, patola, patola tagalog
Sri Lanka: veta kola
Thailand: boap liam
Vietnam: muop huong, muop khia
growing tip:For best results, soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours or lightly scarify them before planting on a 1-ft. diameter mound, spaced 4-6' apart, during spring/early summer after the last frost in a warm, sunny location.

 Row planting: See spacing info in chart. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Hand pollination may be necessary. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation, straighter fruit and ease of harvest. To process for luffa sponges, allow gourds to hang on the vine until they are fully mature and the skin dries and hardens. Remove skin and seeds.

Harvesting Extra Long Gourd

When preparing for consumption, pick the gourds when they are a vibrant green and have a firm texture. For use as a shower loofah, let the gourds mature on the plant until they turn brown and dry, then carefully remove the outer layer and extract the seeds.

Culinary Tips

Enjoy the versatility and delicate flavor of these extra long gourd seeds. Whether you sauté, stew, or stir-fry, each bite is packed with essential nutrients for a balanced diet.