Trichosanthes cucumerina is a tropical or subtropical vine. Its variety T. cucumerina var. anguina raised for its strikingly long fruit. In Asia, it is eaten immature as a vegetable much like the summer squash and in Africa, the reddish pulp of mature snake gourd is used as an economical substitute for tomato.
 
Nutritional Content In Snake Gourd per 100g:
Macronutrients: Total Fat 3.9 g. 
Micronutrients:
Vitamins: Vitamin A 9.8 % 
Minerals: Calcium 5.1 %
Accelerates Weight Loss. 
Augments Heart Function. 
Detoxifies The Kidneys. 
Enhances Digestive System.
 
Shelf Life: 2-3 weeks Remove damaged and deformed fruits. Store the fruits in a cool place at 12-13°C with 85-90% relative humidity. Under this condition, fruit storage life can be extended 2-3 weeks. Snake gourd is chilling sensitive and damage may occur if kept below 10°C.