Chinese Okra
Luffa acutangula
 Chinese Okra
Seed #177
Angled luffa is also called Chinese okra or ridged gourd. This excellent open pollinated variety is cultivated for the tenderness and sweet flavor of its fruit. The vigorous plant has a heavy fruit set of ridged, dark green, club-shaped fruits that are about 18” long and 2” in diameter.
- Warm season annual
- Approx. 25-30 seeds in packet. (A seed will vary in weight and size within a given seed lot. The number of seeds stated is only an estimate.)
- Maturity: Approx. 90 days
- Planting season: Late spring to early summer
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Cultivation: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. For better germination, pre-sprout seeds indoors by soaking in warm water for 24 hours. Wrap in wet paper towel and keep warm. Plant when seeds sprout. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4" tall. Space mounds 5-10' apart. On each mound plant 1-2 seeds/sprouts. Row planting: See spacing info in chart. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Train to climb a vertical support. Harvest young tender gourds. Fruits may get bitter if left on the vine to full maturity.
Germination
Temperature |
Seed
Depth |
Seed
Spacing |
Row
Distance |
| 86-90°F |
1" |
12-18" |
48-72" |
Please note: Maturity, adaptability and disease tolerance may differ under your specific climate and/or growing conditions.
Culinary tips: Prepare luffa as you would zucchini. Lightly stir-fry thin slices or add to soup. Steam or deep-fry thick slices. Also delicious stuffed with pork and braised.
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