Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
graveolens
ID:
359540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. ed. 1832 , 3: 716 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358872



Common Names

  • Graveolens Luffa
  • Graveolens Sponge Gourd
  • Graveolens


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Description

Luffa graveolens (also called Wild Luffa, among many other common names) is a climbing vine that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Luffa graveolens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber production and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Luffa graveolens are yellowish-green and have five petals. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are initially small, but they can grow up to 6 feet tall.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Luffa graveolens is a fast-growing annual vine that can reach heights of up to 6 m (20 ft). It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Luffa graveolens

Luffa graveolens is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Luffa graveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Luffa graveolens?

Luffa graveolens

What is the common name of Luffa graveolens?

Graveolent luffa

What is the natural habitat of Luffa graveolens?

It is found in moist forests in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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,