Luffa Gourd

Luffa Gourd — also known as Sponge Gourd, Vegetable Gourd, or Dishcloth Gourd — is a standard open-pollinated variety that produces vigorous vines and fruit over a long harvest window. Harvest young for a tender, edible fruit with a mild, cucumber-like taste, or allow the gourds to fully mature and dry — then peel them to reveal a natural kitchen or bath sponge. A truly dual-purpose plant that’s as practical as it is productive, ready in just 55-60 days (Luffa aegyptiaca Mill).