Fingerleaf Gourd (Cucurbita Digitata) is a perennial vine in the Cucurbitaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cucurbita digitata is a perennial vine known for its distinctive finger-shaped leaves and yellow star-shaped flowers, native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Fingerleaf Gourd

Fingerleaf Gourd

Cucurbita Digitata

Cucurbita digitata is a perennial vine known for its distinctive finger-shaped leaves and yellow star-shaped flowers, native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental vine, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Fingerleaf Gourd

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Fingerleaf Gourd
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Taxonomy

Family:Cucurbitaceae
Genus:Cucurbita