Luffa

Luffa aegyptiaca, Cucurbitaceae

Zones

6a–11b

Layer

Vine

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

ModerateHigh

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Winged BeanPsophocarpus tetragonolobus

Nitrogen Fixation

Hyacinth BeanLablab purpureus

Nitrogen Fixation

LemongrassCymbopogon citratus

Pest Deterrent

Black PepperPiper nigrum

Physical SupportShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Wax GourdBenincasa hispida

Both are vigorous climbing cucurbits that compete heavily for light and root space when grown together

Spine GourdMomordica dioica

Spine gourd and luffa compete for climbing space and produce allelopathic compounds affecting each other's growth

Uses

Functions

FiberFood

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Luffa grow in?

Luffa grows in USDA hardiness zones 6a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Luffa?

Good companions for Luffa include Winged Bean, Hyacinth Bean, Lemongrass, Black Pepper.

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