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Bucha Vegetal Care

Luffa Aegyptiaca

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What is the plant

Luffa cylindrica is a large climber with a stout stem, seed 1–2 cm long and 0.8 cm wide. Leaves are large, 10–20 cm long and 9–21 cm wide. The plant contains various phytochemical, such as alkaloid, steroid, triterpinoid, flavonoid and glycoside. The fruit, eaten as a vegetable and is good for health.

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Lighting

Lighting

Full Sun

Difficulty

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

  • Water

    Water

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    When watering your garden, try to water using a vessel instead of a hose

  • Pruning

    Pruning

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    Pruning is not necessary.

  • Fertilizer

    Fertilizer

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    Fertilize with manure before planting and with mineral fertilizer rich in potassium in spring.

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  • Popularity

    Popularity

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    320 people already have this plant 35 people have added this plant to their wishlists

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