A trip to the farm where loofahs grow on vines
Popular ScienceSaturday, May 24, 2025 at 5:00:00 PM

Turns out, those scrubby loofahs you use in the shower aren’t sea creatures—they’re actually the dried-out insides of a gourd that grows on vines, like a cucumber or zucchini. This fun little article takes you behind the scenes at a loofah farm to show how these natural sponges go from field to bathroom.
Editor’s Note: Most of us toss a loofah into our shopping carts without a second thought, but knowing where they really come from makes them way more interesting. It’s a quirky reminder that everyday items often have surprising origins—plus, it highlights how farming sustainable alternatives to synthetic products can be both practical and kind of magical.
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