Description
Ridge Gourd (Bohaag) – Long, Dark-Green Climbing Vegetable
Ridge Gourd (Bohaag) is a vigorous climbing vine that produces long, dark-green, tapered fruits with white pulp and spongy flesh. It thrives well in warm, hot, and humid climates and is suitable for home gardens, kitchen gardens, terrace gardens, and commercial cultivation.
Known for its mild flavour and versatile culinary uses, Ridge Gourd is widely used in curries, dals, soups, stir-fries, and traditional Indian recipes. With proper support, watering, and care, the vigorous vines can produce a good harvest of tender, fresh fruits.
⭐ Why Choose Ridge Gourd ‘Bohaag’?
✔ Vigorous climbing vine variety
✔ Produces long, dark-green, tapered fruits
✔ Tender white pulp with spongy flesh
✔ Performs well in warm, hot and humid climates
✔ Minimum 80% germination
✔ Suitable for home and kitchen gardens
✔ Ideal for commercial vegetable cultivation
✔ Excellent for curries, soups, dals and stir-fries
✔ Easy to grow with proper climbing support
📋 Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Ridge Gourd (Bohaag) |
| Plant Type | Climbing Vine |
| Fruit Colour | Dark Green |
| Fruit Shape | Long and Tapered |
| Fruit Flesh | White and Spongy |
| Climate | Warm, Hot and Humid |
| Crop Type | Vegetable |
| Minimum Germination | 80% |
| Seed Storage Temperature | 8–16°C |
| Sowing Depth | 0.5 cm |
| Row Spacing | 90 cm |
| Seed Spacing | 90 cm |
🌱 Growing Information
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| 🌱 Sowing Depth | 0.5 cm |
| 📏 Row Spacing | 90 cm |
| 📐 Seed Spacing | 90 cm |
| 🌿 Preferred Soil | Fertile, Well-Drained Soil |
| ☀️ Climate | Warm, Hot and Humid |
| 💧 Water Requirement | Regular, Moderate Watering |
| 🌱 Minimum Germination | 80% |
| ❄️ Seed Storage Temperature | 8–16°C |
📅 Crop Calendar
| Activity | Recommended Months |
|---|---|
| 🌱 Sowing | March • April • May • June |
| 🌿 Planting | As per local growing conditions |
| 🥒 Harvesting | May • June • July • August • September |
🌾 Growing Guide
Soil
Grow in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost or organic manure. Avoid waterlogged conditions for healthy root development.
Sunlight
Ridge Gourd grows best with good sunlight and warm temperatures. Select an open location with sufficient sunlight.
Watering
Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during germination and fruit development. Avoid excessive watering and waterlogging.
Temperature
This variety thrives in warm, hot, and humid climates and is well suited for tropical and subtropical growing conditions.
Support
As a climbing vine, provide a strong trellis, pandal, or suitable climbing support to encourage healthy vine growth and better fruit development.
🥬 Harvesting
Harvest Ridge Gourd when the fruits are young, tender, and fresh for the best taste and texture. Regular harvesting can encourage continued fruit production. Cut the fruits carefully using a clean knife or pruning tool without damaging the vines.
🥗 Culinary Uses
Ridge Gourd ‘Bohaag’ is ideal for:
- Curries
- Dal
- Soups
- Stir-Fries
- Chutneys
- Mixed Vegetable Dishes
- Traditional Indian Recipes
- Healthy Everyday Meals
Its mild flavour and tender texture make it a versatile vegetable for a wide range of dishes.
💚 Health Benefits
Ridge Gourd is a naturally light and water-rich vegetable that provides dietary fibre and various nutrients. It can be included as part of a balanced diet and is a popular choice for healthy, everyday meals.
Note: Health benefits are general nutritional information and are not intended as medical advice.
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