Did you know your bathroom loofah might have grown from a plant? Unlike large plastic loofahs, natural luffas aren’t manmade at all—they’re actually made from dried gourds. That’s also how loofahs got ...

The loofah plant (Luffa aegyptiaca) is a sponge gourd often used for cleaning purposes once the plant ages and becomes fibrous. It's a multipurpose plant that can be a great addition to your garden ...

Loofahs are great for exfoliating the skin, and though one of them is my regular shower companion, I had no idea what they are. I assumed the coarse tubes were either natural sponges from the sea, or ...

In this video, I explain what happens when a luffa sponge goes to seed and how to easily grow and make your own luffa sponge.

LEXINGTON, S.C. — Last fall we introduced you to a woman named Lisa Huntley living in Lexington who decided to start growing loofah plants in her backyard. RELATED: Want to grow your own luffa? It's ...

Brightly coloured, synthetic bath buffs and kitchen scrubbers are a familiar sight, but growing your own natural sponges will provide you with a supply of more planet-friendly alternatives. The origin ...

Choosing the right loofah plant is essential for making effective sponges. Go for mature fruits that are fully ripened on ...