ORGANIC AND OPEN POLLINATED SEEDS

Luffa acutangular

Ridge Gourd Long is a vigorous, fast-growing climbing vine from the cucurbit family, ideal for home gardening and organic vegetable cultivation in India. Known for its tender, green, elongated fruits, with ridges on the skin, this variety is a kitchen staple used in curries, stir-fries, and pickles across Indian households.

Perfect for tropical and subtropical climates, Ridge Gourd thrives in well-drained, fertile loamy or sandy soil with good organic matter. It requires full sunlight and regular watering to maximize yield. The unripe fruits are best consumed young for their soft texture and mild taste, while mature gourds can be repurposed as natural sponges for household use.

With a growing period of around 70-90 days, this farmer-friendly and highly productive variety suits kitchen gardens, terrace gardens, and small farms. It adapts well to India’s warm climate, making it a must-have for gardeners seeking nutritious and multi-purpose crops.

Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom

• About: Vigorous climbing variety with long, ribbed gourds.
• Culinary Use: Curries, sambars, chutneys, dals.
• Growing Season: Warm/rainy season (Feb-Nov).
• Days to Harvest: 60-70 days.
• Harvest Tips: Harvest young for tender texture.
• Sunlight: 6-8 hours.
• Container Friendly: Yes, 14”-18” pots, with trellis support.
• Seed Count per Packet: ~10-14 seeds.