Description:
Cucurbita foetidissima, or buffalo gourd, is a sprawling vine native to the deserts of North America. It features large, sandpapery leaves and produces striking yellow-orange flowers and green-striped gourds. Historically used by Native Americans for food and medicine, its seeds are rich in fats and proteins. This drought-tolerant plant is adapted to arid environments and has potential as a biofuel source due to its carbohydrate-rich taproot.
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- [1] Cucurbita foetidissima: Plant Delights. Visit Source
- [2] Cucurbita foetidissima: Wikipedia. Visit Source
- [3] Cucurbita foetidissima: Plant Delights. Visit Source
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Last Updated June 30, 2025
| Store | Title | In Stock | Price |
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| Plant Delights | Cucurbita foetidissima |
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$22.00 |