Is Sponge Gourd safe for pets?

Yes, Sponge Gourd (Luffa Aegyptiaca) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Sponge Gourd easy to care for?

Sponge Gourd has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun light.

Can Sponge Gourd grow indoors?

Sponge Gourd is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Sponge Gourd (Luffa Aegyptiaca) is a annual vine in the Cucurbitaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Luffa aegyptiaca is an annual climbing vine cultivated for its fibrous fruit used as natural sponges.

Last updated: February 2026

Sponge Gourd

Luffa Aegyptiaca

Luffa aegyptiaca is an annual climbing vine cultivated for its fibrous fruit used as natural sponges.

Quick Facts

Type

vine

Lifecycle

annual

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

9-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:climber, edible crop, natural sponge source

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sponge 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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Taxonomy

Family:Cucurbitaceae

Genus:Luffa