Bottle gourd Quick Facts Name: Bottle gourd Scientific Name: Lagenaria siceraria Origin Tropical Africa Colors Light-green Shapes Oval, pear shaped or elongated; Length: 1 m Flesh colors White Taste Nutty Calories 16 Kcal./cup Major nutrients Vitamin C (13.00%) Zinc (7.36%) Potassium (3.70%) Vitamin B6 (3.54%) Vitamin B5 (3.52%) Health benefits Skin health, Lowers stroke, Treats … Continue reading Bottle gourd – Lagenaria siceraria