Angled Luffa Vegetable Seeds

LUFFA ‘Angled’ Vegetable Seeds

Botanical Name: Luffa acutangula

• Also known as ridged gourd or Chinese okra, valued for both culinary and household uses.
• Produces long, ribbed fruits up to 30–45 cm, tender and mild when young.
• Mature fruits can be dried to create natural sponges (loofahs).
• Fast-growing climbing vine requiring sturdy support structures.
• Thrives in warm, humid climates with long growing seasons.
• Ideal for stir-fries, soups, curries, and traditional dishes.
• Performs best in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture.

Plant Details

• Plant Type: Annual climber in temperate regions, perennial in tropical climates
• Plant Height: Vines up to 3–5 m

Sowing Information

• Germination: 7–14 days (optimal soil temperature 25–30°C)
• Depth: 2–3 cm deep
• Position: Full sun
• Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or large containers; thin to the strongest seedlings
• Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost; pH 6.0–7.5
• Spacing: 60–90 cm between plants, rows 100–150 cm apart

Growing Tips

• Provide a strong trellis or vertical support for vines to climb.
• Keep soil consistently moist and mulch to retain moisture.
• Fertilise regularly with a balanced organic fertiliser to encourage vigorous growth and high yields.
• Harvest young fruits at 15–20 cm for the best flavour.
• Allow fruits to fully mature and dry on the vine for sponge production.

Harvest

60–75 days after sowing for young fruits; allow 120+ days for mature sponge luffas.

When to Sow Angled Luffa in Your Climate