Luffa astorii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
astorii
ID:
1301711
Status:
valid
Authors:
Svenson
Source:
tro
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 22: 256 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301049
Common Names
- Luffa Astorii
- Astor's Luffa
- Astorii Luffa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Luffa astorii (also called 'Smooth Luffa' and 'Vegetable Sponge', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is a climbing vine, native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests. It has yellow flowers and large, light green fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Luffa astorii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source. The fruits are edible and can be used in salads, sauces, and jams.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Luffa astorii are small, yellow-green in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Luffa astorii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in early spring and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Luffa astorii
Luffa astorii is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in moist, shady areas.
Luffa astorii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Luffa astorii?
Luffa astorii
What type of plant is Luffa astorii?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Cucurbitaceae.
Where is Luffa astorii found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Species in the Luffa genus
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,
References
Henry Knute Svenson (1897-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Svenson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:144500-2: Based on the initial data import