{"product_id":"indian-snake-gourd-long","title":"Indian Snake Gourd Long \/ Potlakaya","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndian Long Snake Gourd · Heirloom · Organically Grown · Non-GMO · Origin: South India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eTrichosanthes cucumerina\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian Long Snake Gourd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very long, slender green gourds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vigorous climbing vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm-season \/ heat-loving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6–8+ hours)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong or overhead trellis recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick young and tender for best culinary quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInternational \u0026amp; Regional Names\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnake Gourd (English)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePudalangai (Tamil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotlakaya (Telugu)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePadavalanga (Malayalam)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePadavalkayi (Kannada)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Indian Long Snake Gourd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpressively long, slender fruits prized across South India and Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorous producer in warm summer heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for trellises, arches, fences, and overhead supports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild flavor pairs beautifully with lentils, coconut, and spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary \u0026amp; Traditional Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouth Indian curries and sambar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoriyal and kootu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir-fries and traditional Indian dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest cooked while young, tender, and green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours before sowing to improve germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds ½–1 inch deep in warm, well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a strong trellis or overhead support — vertical hanging helps fruits grow longer and straighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest regularly to encourage continued fruit production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when fruits are young, green, and tender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat NOT To Do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not plant before soil has warmed — cold soil inhibits germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not allow fruits to over-mature on the vine — they become fibrous and bitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not skip sturdy support — vines and long fruits require strong overhead structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeed Quality Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packed in small batches at Inherited Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds are intended for planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouth Indian and Indian home cooks and gardeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom and cultural variety enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrellis, arch, and overhead garden setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone seeking authentic regional gourd varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Inherited Seeds","offers":[{"title":"1 Pack (10 Seeds)","offer_id":47544743592109,"sku":"IS1174","price":4.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Pack (20 Seeds)","offer_id":47544743624877,"sku":null,"price":7.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Pack (30 Seeds)","offer_id":47544743657645,"sku":null,"price":11.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0531\/9134\/4301\/files\/snakegourdlong1.png?v=1789268700","url":"https:\/\/inheritedseeds.com\/products\/indian-snake-gourd-long","provider":"Inherited Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}