Luffa is a genus of tropical and subtropical vines in the pumpkin, squash and gourd family (Cucurbitaceae). In everyday non-technical usage, the luffa, also spelled loofah[3] or less frequently …

2 days ago · Loofahs don’t come from the sea—they grow on vines! Learn how to plant, grow, and harvest loofah sponges (aka luffa), plus tips on using them in your home and kitchen.

Sep 23, 2025 · Luffa (Luffa aegyptiaca), or loofah, is an annual vine known for its ability to produce natural sponges. As a member of the cucumber family, it features fast-growing vines that can reach …

Mar 24, 2025 · Luffa vines are in the Cucurbitaceae family, also called the gourd family, which includes cucumbers, squash, pumpkins, and melons. There are over 900 species in this family, but only …

Jun 17, 2022 · Loofahs, also known as loofas or luffas, are tropical vines in the cucumber family. Two of the most common species are Luffa aegyptiaca from Asia, typically harvested for food, and Luffa …

Luffa is a unique summer squash that is useful as both an edible and a sponge. The vining plant grows fruits that can be eaten raw or cooked when young but become large and fibrous once mature.

Luffa (loofah) sponges do not come from the sea but from the vegetable garden. These natural scrubbers belong in the family of plants that include gourds, squashes, pumpkins, cucumbers, and …

Here is information, photos and video about the amazing Luffa sponge gourd. What is a Loofah? A loofah is a fibrous plant seed pod. The luffa plant is a cucurbit, a group of plants including gourds, …

Oct 17, 2024 · Luffa is a unique vining plant that produces a multipurpose fruit that can be utilized for sponges or as an edible when not allowed to mature (no more than 6 inches long). They are a part of …

Feb 21, 2024 · Discover how to grow luffa plants in your backyard to harvest for your own natural and sustainable sponges, while you can also pick young gourds to eat