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Cucurbita ficifolia, known as the maple-leaved squash or Malabar gourd, is a perennial vine native to the highlands of Bolivia and Peru. Cucurbita ficifolia (Latin: Cucurbita ficifolia, family Cucurbitaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Cucurbita ficifolia is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Cucurbita ficifolia is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family native to BOL and PER. Cucurbita ficifolia thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist to wet conditions.
Cucurbita ficifolia grows best in USDA zone 9-11, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist, wet water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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