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Sponge Gourd
இன்றைய தாவரம்

Cucurbitaceae

Sponge GourdVine

Luffa aegyptiaca, the sponge gourd, Egyptian cucumber or Vietnamese luffa, is an annual species of vine cultivated for its fruit, native to South and Southeast Asia.

FamilyCucurbitaceae
GenusCucurbitaceae
NativeAsia
LifespanAnnual

More Information

Explore additional details about Hibiscus rosa-sinensis.

Botanical Information

Scientific NameCucurbitaceae
Common NameSponge Gourd
FamilyCucurbitaceae

Physical Characteristics

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Environmental Information

Pests & Diseases

  • Aphids
  • Whiteflies
  • Spider mites
  • Mealybugs
  • Thrips
  • Leaf spot
  • Root rot
  • Powdery mildew
  • Rust
Additional Notes Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is the national flower of Malaysia and a popular ornamental plant used in hedges, borders, and containers.