Luffa
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Luffa is a genus of tropical and subtropical vines in the pumpkin, squash and gourd family (Cucurbitaceae).
A bathroom loofa sponge
Ridge gourd with mung bean made in a house in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India
Beerakaya pulusu curry ingredients
Sponge (tool)
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A sponge is a cleaning aid made of soft, porous material. Typically used for cleaning impervious surfaces, sponges are especially good at absorbing water and water-based solutions.
Vegetable fiber sponge: wood fiber sponge combined with scouring pad.
Animal fiber sponge: A Greek natural sponge.
Bacteria from a kitchen sponge
Macro photograph of the porosity in a synthetic cleaning sponge