| Common Name | Bottle Gourd |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Genus | Lagenaria |
| Species | Siceraria |
| Origin | Africa / Asia |
| Blooming | Summer flowering vine, large white nocturnal blooms |
| Leaf Color | Deep green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Rich loamy soil with high organic matter. Well-draining to prevent root rot.
Keep soil consistently moist during growth and flowering. Reduce watering after harvest or in cool weather.
Full sun (6+ hours) required for fruiting. Tolerates partial shade but yields reduce significantly indoors.
Apply balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks. Increase phosphorus/potassium when flowering begins.
Pinch growing tips to encourage lateral vines. Remove dead foliage to prevent fungal issues.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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