How to grow and care for Luffa aegyptiaca Mill.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Luffa aegyptiaca Mill., Vegetable sponge, Egyptian cucumber, Dishrag gourd, Smooth luffa
Luffa aegyptiaca Mill. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Luffa aegyptiaca Mill.
How often should I water?
check Luffa aegyptiaca Mill. Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Luffa aegyptiaca Mill. need?
Bright direct
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Luffa aegyptiaca Mill. likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
8~40℃
45
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Luffa aegyptiaca Mill. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
100
Luffa aegyptiaca Mill. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy!
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Luffa aegyptiaca Mill. is a member of Cucurbitaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Annual, Biennial, Perennial |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Cucurbitales |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Genus | Luffa |
| Species | Luffa aegyptiaca |
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