Organic Luffa (Sponge Gourd) Seeds - Non-GMO, Heirloom Variety for Home Gardening - Grow Your Own Natural Bath Sponges & Edible Gourds (5 Seeds Pack) - Perfect for DIY Skincare, Eco-Friendly Cleaning & Asian Cuisine

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Luffa Sponge Gourd Click on the SELECT tab toChoose the quantity you want!!!! FREE SHIPPING!!!!Choose the quantity you want!!! I love to grow these!!!! Luffa Sponge Gourd This open pollinated gourd variety is also called Vegetable Sponge and Dishcloth Gourd because, once cured, skin can be peeled off to reveal a usable sponge! Vines need support or trellis. Vigorous, rapidly growing vines up to 15 feet from which fruit can be harvested over a long period of time. First harvest is typically in 55 to 60 days. Average water needs. Water regularly, but don't over water. The fruit is edible only when immature and is cooked like zucchini. The vine is very ornamental, producing clusters of yellow blossoms in pleasing contrast with the silvery-shaded, dark green foliage.INSTRUCTIONS: Direct sow outside after danger of last frost. Plant in hills of 2-3 plants per hill at 60 - 72 apart, and 1 below soil surface.60 days. Luffa Health Benefits: A nutrition powerhouse: Ridge gourd is loaded with nutrients such as dietary fiber, vitamin C, riboflavin, zinc, thiamin, iron and magnesium. It is also low in fat and calories.- An ideal weight loss food- Cure for jaundice- Blood purifier: Because of its blood purifying properties, it helps to purify, restore and nourish liver protecting it from alcohol intoxication.- Lowers blood sugar level: It contains insulin-like peptides, alkaloids and charantin, which help to lower blood and urine sugar levels without altering blood insulin levels.- Good for stomach: Cellulose in ridge gourd helps to overcome constipation and also aids in curing piles.- Strengthens immune system- Skin care: When ridge gourd/loofah is allowed to mature and dry on the vine, it can be harvested as a sponge. Everything (skin and seeds) is removed from them except for the main network. Loofah sponge has been used trExported By ExportYourStore