Bottle Gourd (Lagenaria Siceraria) is a annual vine in the Cucurbitaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Lagenaria siceraria is an annual climbing vine widely cultivated for its edible fruit and ornamental gourds.
Bottle Gourd
Lagenaria Siceraria
Lagenaria siceraria is an annual climbing vine widely cultivated for its edible fruit and ornamental gourds.
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