Waxgourd (Benincasa hispida)
Waxgourd (Benincasa hispida) is a large, fuzzy vine grown for its edible fruit, used in sweet and savory dishes and traditional medicine.
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Sunlight
Requires full sun for best growth and fruit production.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the growing and fruiting seasons. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Soil
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is optimal.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures for optimal growth.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Requires full sun for best growth and fruit production.
At least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the growing and fruiting seasons. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Water at the base of the plant.
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is optimal.
Prefers warm temperatures for optimal growth.
Ideal growing range is 20-30 °C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Incorporate compost or manure before planting.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Vine
Plant Category
Fruit, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.3-0.5 m
Spread
3-5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Palmate
Flower Size
3-5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
70000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCucurbitales
- familyCucurbitaceae
- genusBenincasa
- speciesBenincasa hispida
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes