Description
Snake gourd can easily grow in containe The seed packet contains approximately 35 seeds.
Snake Gourd grows well in Tropical countries. Snake gourd fruits are white or greenish white in colour and long round having approx. 5 to 6 cms diameter and 100 to 150 cms long. Some short varieties are also being grown which will be having 4 cms diameter and 15 to 20 cms in length.
Seeds Specifications
| Common Name | Snake gourd, Padwal, Pudalagai Kootu |
| Height | Up to 30 ft |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | Summer, Rainy season, Winter |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
- Water should be done before soil feels dry
- Snake gourd can also be grown in containers around 5-gallon size
- Containers must have good drainage and cant be moved once the vines attach tendrils to other objects
- Snake gourd cant survives in frost condition
Snake Gourd Chichinda care
- At the time of bed preparation, FYM should be mixed with soil for good yield
- Seeds are sown directly on the bed or pot
- They should be planted 2 cm deep in the bed or pots
- Plastic wrap can be used for mulching purpose to control the weed and water loss
- They should be planted 2 cm deep in pots
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Watering | Moderately |
| Soil | Well-drained loamy soil with 6 to 7.5 pH level |
| Temperature | 25 to 30 degree C |
| Fertilizer | Use any organic fertilizer. |
| Harvest Season | Summer, Rainy season, Winter |
Snake Gourd Chichinda special feature
Snake gourd can be cultivated all over the world.
Snake Gourd Chichinda uses
Medicinal Use:
- Contain vitamin A, B and C with minerals
Culinary Use:
- Tender fruits are used for cooking purpose