Kantola Seeds for Planting - Vegetable Plant

Kantola, also known as Spiny Gourd, is a warm-season climbing vegetable vine that produces small oval fruits covered with soft spines. This traditional Asian vegetable is widely valued for its unique taste, high nutritional content, and culinary versatility, commonly used in curries, stir-fries, and seasonal dishes. The vigorous vine grows well on trellises, fences, and supports, making it ideal for kitchen gardens and small-scale cultivation. It thrives in warm climates with fertile, well-drained soil and regular watering, producing consistent yields once established.

Features

• Warm-season climbing vegetable vine
• Produces spiny-textured edible fruits
• Highly nutritious traditional vegetable
• Ideal for trellises and vertical gardening
• Vigorous and productive growth habit
• Suitable for kitchen gardens and farms
• Thrives in warm climates

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Momordica dioica
• Common Name (US): Kantola / Spiny Gourd
• Seed Type / Variety: Vegetable Climbing Gourd Variety
• Growth Habit: Perennial climbing vine
• USDA Zones: 9-11 as perennial; grown as annual in cooler zones
• Planting Season: Spring after last frost
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: Late Spring to Summer
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: March, April, May, June, July
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10-20 days at 75-90°F (24-32°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Moderate to regular watering; keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: Vine up to 10-15 feet long
• Plant Spacing: 3-4 feet apart