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Calabash Gourd

Lagenaria siceraria, Cucurbitaceae

Layer
Vine

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

ModerateHigh

Tolerances

Companion Plants

LemongrassCymbopogon citratus
Pest DeterrentPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

CantaloupeCucumis melo var. cantalupensis

Calabash gourd and cantaloupe may compete for similar soil nutrients

CucumberCucumis sativus

Both cucurbits compete for similar nutrients and may exhibit allelopathic effects

WatermelonCitrullus lanatus

Related cucurbits may compete for resources and space

Uses

Functions

FiberFoodCrafts

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What are good companion plants for Calabash Gourd?

Good companions for Calabash Gourd include Lemongrass.

Design guilds with Calabash Gourd and see companion relationships visually.

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