Are Coccinia Grandis and Trichosanthes Cucumerina in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Cucurbitaceae.

Can you substitute Coccinia Grandis for Trichosanthes Cucumerina?

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

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Coccinia Grandis vs Trichosanthes Cucumerina

Coccinia grandis · Trichosanthes cucumerina

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.

Trichosanthes Cucumerina

Trichosanthes cucumerina

T Traditional Use

Family: Cucurbitaceae
Genus: Trichosanthes
Primary use: medicinal

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 ec…

At a glance

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