Trichosanthes dioica, also known as parwal, parval, pointed gourd, Wild snake gourd, patola, green potato is a vine plant in the Cucurbitaceae family, similar to cucumber and squash, though unlike those it is perennial. It is a dioecious vine plant with heart-shaped leaves and is grown on a trellis.
 
Shelf life: two to three days when kept properly in the fridge, will last two to three days. In the freezer, if properly packaged, it will keep for at least two to three months without the risk of freezer burn. However, in terms of food safety, frozen okra, properly stored, will last indefinitely.