Are Coccinia Grandis and Cucumis Sativus in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Cucurbitaceae.

Can you substitute Coccinia Grandis for Cucumis Sativus?

They share the Cucurbitaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Coccinia Grandis vs Cucumis Sativus

Coccinia grandis · Cucumis sativus

Coccinia Grandis

Coccinia grandis

T Traditional Use

Family: Cucurbitaceae
Genus: Coccinia
Primary use: medicinal

Coccinia grandis, the ivy gourd, also known as scarlet gourd, is a tropical vine. It grows primarily in tropical climates and is commonly found in the Indian states where it forms a part of the local cuisine. Coccinia grandis is cooked as a vegetable dish.

Cucumis Sativus

Cucumis sativus

T Traditional Use

Family: Cucurbitaceae
Genus: Cucumis
Primary use: medicinal

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types of cucumber—slicing, pickling, and seedless.

At a glance

· Both in Cucurbitaceae, but different genera (Coccinia vs Cucumis).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Coccinia Grandis: T; Cucumis Sativus: T.