Gourds include the fruits of some flowering plant species in the family Cucurbitaceae, particularly Cucurbita and Lagenaria. The term refers to a number of species and subspecies, many with hard shells, and some without. Many gourds have large, bulbous bodies and long necks, such as Dipper Gourds, many variations of Bottle Gourd and caveman ...

2023年7月5日 · Find out which types of gourds are edible (like pumpkin), how to cook gourds and recipe ideas incorporating them, such as calabash curry and pumpkin fudge.

2024年1月30日 · Gourds are a diverse group of plants recognized by their thick, tough skin, large size, and unusual shapes. Some types of edible gourds are instantly recognizable—think pumpkin, butternut squash, and cucumbers. Other types …

2023年9月18日 · A gourd is a member of the Cucurbitaceae, or cucurbit family, says Joe Masabni, PhD, a vegetable specialist at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. In layman's terms, a gourd is hard-shelled, non-edible fruit related to cucumbers, summer and winter squashes , and pumpkins.

2025年2月22日 · Gourd, any of the hard-shelled fruits of certain members of the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae). Many gourds are cultivated as ornamentals, decorations, or food crops, and some can be dried and used to make a variety of useful or decorative objects, including utensils, instruments, and birdhouses.

2023年3月30日 · In this article, we explain the benefits of all sorts of gourd vegetables. Gourds are part of the squash or cucurbit family, along with pumpkins, melons, squash, and cucumbers. Gourd vegetables also grow on long vines as their relatives do. There are three main categories of …

2023年10月14日 · The best perk of growing vegetable gourd is that you can use its fresh and nutritious fruits instantly and use it in a multitude of recipes. Below is a list of different types of gourds that are edible and generally eaten as a veggie, which you …

2025年1月22日 · Types of gourds come in many colors, shapes, and sizes. Find the best ones to grow in your garden, how to harvest gourds, and what to use them for.

2024年7月25日 · See different types of gourds—from bottle gourds to snake gourds to luffas—and learn how to grow, harvest, and cure them yourself! What Are Gourds? Gourds (Cucurbitaceae) are among the oldest cultivated plants.

2024年6月28日 · Here’s everything you need to learn about Different Types of Gourds in India. India is a land of amazing flavors, and you know what plays a starring role in many dishes? Gourds! Yep, those bumpy, curvy things that grow on vines. But here’s the thing–there are tons of different gourd varieties, each with its own unique taste and look.