Introducing the Tindora, or Ivy Gourd (Coccinia grandis), a versatile and attractive plant that brings a unique touch to your garden. When you purchase this product, you will receive one sprouted root, ready to be planted and nurtured to produce delicious, edible fruits and tender leaves.
- Produces striped, 2-inch long fruits that are edible both raw and cooked.
- Fruits transition from green to red, becoming sweeter as they ripen.
- Young leaves and stems are also edible after cooking.
- Flowers are white, blooming for just one day, adding beauty to your garden.
- Self-fruitful, requiring only one plant for fruit production.
- Ideal for USDA Zones 8-11, can be container-grown in colder areas.
- Grows well in nearly any soil type and requires full sun for optimal growth.
Common Name: Tindora, Ivy Gourd
Scientific Name: Coccinia grandis
Sunlight: Full sun
Watering: Keep warm and moist
Soil: Nearly any soil type
Hardiness Zones: 8-11
Growth Habit: Perennial, self-fruitful
Format: One sprouted root