Luffa (or loofah), also known as sponge gourd or rag gourd Calabash, also known as bottle gourd Cushaw squash, also known as silver-seed gourd Blue hubbard squash Turban squash, also known as ...

The calabash bottle gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) has been cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions of the world for thousands of years. The vine produces a large fruit that when mature can be ...

This object is made from the fruit of a gourd-plant. The husk is hollowed ... Calabashes are used in many cultures around the world. My calabash was acquired when we were living in West Africa ...

[4] The sheng was invented when people stuck bamboo pipes into a calabash and blew air into it to make musical notes. It was introduced to the imperial court and was often played during gatherings ...