Gourds include the fruits of some flowering plant species in the family Cucurbitaceae, particularly Cucurbita and Lagenaria. The term refers to a number of species and subspecies, many with hard …

Sep 23, 2025 · Gourds are hard-shelled, non-edible fruits related to pumpkins and squashes. There are 975 species of gourds, with common types including bottle and snake gourds. Gourds are mainly …

Sep 17, 2025 · In this guide, you’ll discover the different types of gourds, how to grow and cure them, and all the creative ways you can use them at home. What Are Gourds? Gourds (Cucurbitaceae) are …

Gourd, any of the hard-shelled fruits of certain members of the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae). Many gourds are cultivated as ornamentals, decorations, or food crops, and some can be dried and used …

Jan 22, 2025 · Gourds, like pumpkins, melons, squash, and cucumbers, are members of the cucurbit or squash family. Like their cousins, gourds grow on long vines. There are three major gourd groups. …

Jan 30, 2024 · Gourds are a diverse group of plants recognized by their thick, tough skin, large size, and unusual shapes. Some types of edible gourds are instantly recognizable—think pumpkin, butternut …

Oct 15, 2024 · Gourds come in many different shapes and sizes with bland and sometimes bitter flavors. Here are 15 types of gourds to grow with ways to use them. Want more gardening tips? Sign up for …

Apr 5, 2024 · Stop asking yourself, what is a gourd? Instead find the answers you’re looking for in this detailed guide on gourds and popular cultivars.

Jan 7, 2023 · Pumpkins and decorative gourds both live within the Cucurbitaceae (gourd) family, but are different genuses and/or species. Pumpkins are generally edible, while decorative gourds have a …

Sep 4, 2025 · Gourds are one of the first plants ever cultivated. They were grown not only as a food source, but perhaps primarily to make eating utensils and make portable storage containers for a …