Bottle Gourd

Specification

Form	Cylindrical or bottle-shaped with smooth skin.
Color	Light green.
Texture	Tender and slightly spongy.
Flavor	Mild and watery.
Use	Commonly used in curries, soups, and stews.
Storage	Refrigerate for freshness.

Introduction

Bottle gourd, also known as calabash, is a white-flowered gourd that can be harvested young for consumption as a vegetable. Indian bottle gourd exporters annually ship substantial quantities of this vegetable due to growing global demand, driven by its health and nutritional benefits. The export of bottle gourd from India is on the rise, involving various fruit varieties in the import process.