What is another word for vegetable sponge?
Pronunciation: [vˈɛd͡ʒɪtəbə͡l spˈʌnd͡ʒ] (IPA) 
Vegetable sponge is a common term used for a specific type of plant called Luffa. However, this plant has multiple synonyms that can be used to describe it. For instance, it can be addressed as dishcloth gourd or sponge gourd because of its unique fibrous texture. The plant belongs to the cucurbitaceae family and is known by several other names, such as smooth loofah, ridged loofah, and Chinese okra. Luffa is very versatile and is used both in cooking and beauty. It is also used as an eco-friendly alternative to regular sponges due to it being biodegradable and sustainable.
