Stuffing cucumber (Cyclanthera pedata) is still relatively unknown in Central Europe. That's a pity, as the fruit it produces not only tastes great, but also shows beneficial effects. The fruit contains a large set of nutrients: alkaloids, phenols, tannins, fats and vitamins. Thanks to this fact they support lowering the bad cholesterene level, help fighting stomach prblems and show anti-inflammatory effect.

Original shape characterises slipper gourd, as this plant is also commonly called, fruit - they resemble a combination of a cucumber and sharp tipped peppers. Unripe fruit taste like salad cucumbers, while later, particularly after thermal processing, like pepper. They are great for marinating, roasting, cooking and frying.

Stuffing cucumber, slipper gourd or lady's slipper, as this plant is also called, belongs to the gourd family. Because of its sprawling habit (it grows up to 3 m long), the use of supports is recommended in its cultivation.

The package contains 1 g of seeds.

A growing guide and the sow-by date are included in the package information.

• Weight: 1 g
• Use: direct consumption - raw, roasted, cooked, fried; marinades