What is another word for Genus Luffa?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs lˈʌfə] (IPA) 
Genus Luffa is scientifically known as Luffa, with various synonyms that include Bottega, Cylindrothia, Echinopsis, Falsoluffa, Herpetospermum, Iconia, Megarrhiza, Momordica, Otinga, Pentapetes, Rennera, Scytolaena, and Trianthema. This genus belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family, and its members are commonly known as sponge gourds or loofah. Luffa is a popular plant due to the versatile use of its dried fruit, which can be employed as a natural sponge for cleansing or as an exfoliator. In traditional medicine, some species of the Luffa genus have been used for their anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic properties.
