Hybrid organic high and best quality long bottle gourd/ long louki vegetable seeds for gardening/ farming/ home garden's (pack of 30 seeds)

Name : Hybrid organic high and best quality long bottle gourd/ long louki vegetable seeds for gardening/ farming/ home garden's (pack of 30 seeds)

Type Of Seed : Vegetable

Quantity : 0-100 G

Suitable For : Outdoor

Color : Beige

Product Breadth : 1.5 Cm

Product Height : 1.5 Cm

Product Length : 1.5 Cm

Net Quantity (N) : Pack Of 1

**Long Bottle Gourd** (*Lagenaria siceraria*), also known as **calabash**, **opo squash**, or simply **gourd**, is a fast-growing, warm-season vine that produces elongated, green fruits commonly used in culinary and decorative applications. It is part of the Cucurbitaceae family and is widely grown in tropical and subtropical regions.

### Characteristics :  

1. **Plant** :  

- **Vine** : Vigorous climbing vine with tendrils for support, often grown on trellises.

- **Leaves** : Broad, heart-shaped, and slightly hairy.

- **Flowers** : Large, white, and trumpet-shaped, blooming in the evening.

2. **Fruit** :  

- **Shape and Size** : Long, cylindrical to slightly curved, with a smooth green skin. Lengths vary from 12 to 20 inches or more.

- **Texture** : Tender when immature, becoming hard and woody if left to mature.

- **Flavor** : Mild, with a slightly sweet and earthy taste.

3. **Growth Requirements** :  

- **Climate** : Thrives in warm temperatures (20–30°C) and needs plenty of sunlight.

- **Soil** : Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with good organic content.

- **Watering** : Requires consistent moisture but dislikes waterlogging.

4. **Culinary Uses** :  

- Popular in Asian, African, and Mediterranean cuisines.

- Used in soups, stews, curries, and stir-fries.

- Can be stuffed, roasted, or turned into juice for cooling beverages.

5. **Nutritional Benefits** :  

Country of Origin : India