Ugu (Fluted Pumpkin) Seeds

Product Description: Ugu (Fluted Pumpkin) Seeds

Bring the rich, vibrant flavours of Ugu (Fluted Pumpkin) to your garden with our high-quality Ugu Seeds. Telfairia Occidentalis, the scientific name for Ugu, is a tropical vine native to Southern Nigeria and widely cultivated in West Africa as a leafy vegetable. Known by various names such as fluted gourd, fluted pumpkin, Ugu (Ugwu) and Ikong-ubong, this versatile plant is cherished for its tender, nutritious leaves, making it perfect for stews, soups and traditional dishes like Efo Riro and Ogbono Soup.

Key Features:

• Authentic African Variety: Grows large, broad, nutrient-packed leaves and edible pumpkins. It’s a staple in many West African dishes.
• Rich in Nutrients: Packed with vitamins A and C, iron, and calcium, making it a highly nutritious addition to your diet.
• Fast-Growing & High-Yielding: Harvest the leaves within 6–8 weeks and pumpkins within 3–4 months for a bountiful garden harvest.
• Versatile Culinary Use: The leaves are perfect for cooking soups, stews, sauces and even for medicinal purposes.
• Unique Growth: As a tropical vine, Ugu develops tendrils that creep and spread along the ground, creating an attractive groundcover in your garden.

Care Instructions:

• Sunlight: Requires full sun (6–8 hours a day) for optimal growth.
• Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained and slightly acidic soil, enriched with organic compost.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells, but avoid waterlogging.
• Harvesting: Harvest tender young leaves frequently for the best flavour and pumpkins when they are fully mature.

Why You’ll Love It:

Ugu (Fluted Pumpkin), scientifically known as Telfairia Occidentalis, is not only a delicious vegetable but also a powerhouse of nutrition. Whether you’re enjoying the leaves in a flavourful soup or using the pumpkin for cooking, this plant is easy to grow and a must-have for any garden. Its versatility in the kitchen, combined with its health benefits, makes it perfect for gardeners looking to add authentic African flavours to their meals. Additionally, the plant can serve medicinal purposes, further enhancing its value.

Plant your Ugu Seeds today and grow a healthy, organic supply of this traditional, nutrient-rich vegetable!