Natural loofah sponges actually come from the fruits of vine-growing Luffa plants. These plants are part of the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae) making them relatives of watermelons, cucumbers and ...

Luffa plants have a long growing season and require ... sowing directly outdoors is not feasible for growers in all US ...

Luffa plants produce an abundance of squashes in a growing season, so anyone who has been following the trend of growing them yourself at home knows you get enough sponges to last you the year.