Luff seeds, series Russian garden, 5 pcs

ANITY AND LUFFA leaves of a cylindrical (washcloth) are extremely rich in carotene: it is 1.5 times more than in carrots or sweet pepper. They also have a lot of iron, vitamin C and protein. Warks are made from the fibrous tissue formed during ripening of the fetus. Such a washcloth not only washes, but also massages the body. Portuguese sailors were the first to notice this.

To get a washcloth, the fruits must be collected with green (they are softer) or enlarged. Dry for several weeks, then soaked in water from 3 to 7 days to soften the peel, which is then ripped off, and the internal fibers are cleaned of the pulp with a hard brush. The washcloth is washed several times in soapy water, rinsed, dried in the sun, and then cut into pieces of the desired size.

These fruits can also be eaten, most often it is found in Asian cuisine. To the taste of Luff resembles ripened cucumbers or zucchini. Young leaves, shoots, buds and flowers are preparing for a side dish, slightly stirring up and tuck it with oil. Ripe seeds are fried and eaten like seeds or nuts. Luff oil is obtained from them. It is used in the production of high -quality lipstick.