Grow Green Serpent Gourd Seeds, a high-yield edible snake gourd variety prized for its long, slender fruits and tender mild flavor. Also known as Snake Gourd, this warm-season climbing vegetable is popular in Asian, African, and tropical cooking, used in stir-fries, curries, soups, sautéed dishes, and stuffing recipes. Its crisp texture and ability to absorb spices make it a versatile ingredient in home kitchens.
These Non-GMO Serpent Gourd Seeds produce vigorous climbing vines that thrive on trellises, fences, and garden arches. With fast summer growth and a long harvest window, this variety is excellent for gardeners seeking productive, space-efficient crops.
Features
- Long edible snake-shaped gourd with tender, mild flavor.
- Non-GMO, high-yield warm-season vegetable.
- Excellent for curries, stir-fries, soups, and stuffing.
- Fast-growing vining plant ideal for trellises and arches.
- Fruits absorb spices well and cook to a soft texture.
- Strong summer producer with extended harvest period.
- Great for home gardens in warm climates.
Specifications
- Plant Name: Green Serpent Gourd (Snake Gourd)
- Scientific Name: Trichosanthes cucumerina
- Plant Type: Warm-season edible climbing vegetable
- Growth Habit: Long-vining plant with slender gourds
- Seed Type: Open-pollinated, Non-GMO
- Heirloom: Yes
- USDA Zones: Best in Zones 3–12 as summer crop
- Growing Season: Late spring through summer
- Sun Requirement: Full sun
- Days to Maturity: 75–120 days
- Plant Length/Vine: 10–18+ feet with support
- Plant Spacing: 24–36 inches apart
- Soil Preference: Warm, well-drained fertile soil
- Water Requirement: Consistent moisture at soil base
- Support Needed: Strong trellis or fence required
- Flavor Profile: Mild, tender, absorbs seasonings well
- Growth Advantage: Heavy yields with vertical growing
Planting Guide
- Soak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours before sowing.
- Plant seeds 1 inch deep in warm, well-drained soil.
- Space plants 24–36 inches apart in full sun.
- Provide a strong trellis, fence, or arch for climbing vines.
- Keep soil moist but not soggy; water at the base.
- Harvest when fruits are slender and tender for best flavor.
- Do not allow fruits to over-mature for food use.
- Train vines upward to improve fruit shape and airflow.
- Ideal for warm climates with long summer seasons.
