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One shop word, more than one plantPoosanikai is not a species.
Poosanikai is a Tamil shop word for more than one gourd. Neer poosanikai is Benincasa hispida, the waxy ash gourd. Parangikkai is Cucurbita maxima, the orange pumpkin. This page will not pick a winner.
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- Neer poosanikai · Benincasa hispida
Benincasa hispida — neer poosanikai, pale waxy flesh.
- Parangikkai · Cucurbita maxima
Cucurbita maxima — parangikkai, orange-fleshed field pumpkin.
This word names more than one plant, so check the botanical name before you buy or use it. If the plant you meant is not listed, we have not written it yet. Educational only. Not medical advice and not a shop.