Pointed gourd
Trichosanthes dioica
Pointed gourd is a vigorous tropical vine from South Asia that requires a sturdy trellis or support structure for best yields. Keep soil consistently moist and provide at least 6-8 hours of sunlight daily in a warm, frost-free environment. It is valued as a vegetable crop in Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine, with both the fruits and leaves used in cooking.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Deeply Until Soil Is Thoroughly Moist; Avoid Waterlogging
Temperature
60° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 5, 2021 by Sudhanshu Kumar (cc-by-sa)
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