Snake Gourd (Per Kg)
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Snake gourd is a climbing plant with long, slender fruits that are often twisted and can reach 1.5 meters in length. The fruits are green with white stripes when young, and turn orange-red when mature. Snake gourd is a member of the Cucurbita or Melon family. AppearanceLeaves: Kidney- or heart-shaped, sometimes palmately lobed Flowers: White, unisexual, with long lacy fringes on the five petals, and open at night Fruits: Narrow, twisted, elongated, soft-skinned, and have a soft, red, tomato-like pulp UsesEaten as a vegetable when very young Used in a variety of Asian dishes, including curries and stews The pulp can be used as a tomato-substitute in cooking Fully mature snake gourds are tough enough to be turned into didgeridoos Nutrition Packed with vitamin C, contributing to a robust immune systemContains essential nutrients like vitamin K & calcium for strong & healthy bonesHigh fiber content aids in digestion, promoting a healthy gutSupports cardiovascular health with nutrients beneficial for the heartGrowing conditions Optimum average growth temperature is 30°- 35°C (86°- 95°F)Vines can be supported by a horizontal bamboo trellis or a similar trellis of concrete reinforcement wire
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Snake gourd is a climbing plant with long, slender fruits that are often twisted and can reach 1.5 meters in length. The fruits are green with white stripes when young, and turn orange-red when mature. Snake gourd is a member of the Cucurbita or Melon family.
Appearance
Leaves: Kidney- or heart-shaped, sometimes palmately lobed
Flowers: White, unisexual, with long lacy fringes on the five petals, and open at night
Fruits: Narrow, twisted, elongated, soft-skinned, and have a soft, red, tomato-like pulp
Uses
Eaten as a vegetable when very young
Used in a variety of Asian dishes, including curries and stews
The pulp can be used as a tomato-substitute in cooking
Fully mature snake gourds are tough enough to be turned into didgeridoos
Nutrition
Packed with vitamin C, contributing to a robust immune system
Contains essential nutrients like vitamin K & calcium for strong & healthy bones
High fiber content aids in digestion, promoting a healthy gut
Supports cardiovascular health with nutrients beneficial for the heart
Growing conditions
Optimum average growth temperature is 30°- 35°C (86°- 95°F)
Vines can be supported by a horizontal bamboo trellis or a similar trellis of concrete reinforcement wire