Sponge Gourds are primarily grown in India and Middle East, where they are a commonly used vegetable. They are picked and consumed before they mature. They possess many healing and medicinal properties and are quite beneficial in asthma and skin diseases. Sponge Gourds are cooked in the form of curry, when its sweet aroma emerges. It is also consumed as Torai Bharta in many parts of India. The item images shown are representation purpose only. The actual item may vary as per harvest, season and availability.