Are Coccinia Grandis and Gynostemma Pentaphyllum in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Cucurbitaceae.

Can you substitute Coccinia Grandis for Gynostemma Pentaphyllum?

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

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Coccinia Grandis vs Gynostemma Pentaphyllum

Coccinia grandis · Gynostemma pentaphyllum

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.

Gynostemma Pentaphyllum

Gynostemma pentaphyllum

T Traditional Use

Family: Cucurbitaceae
Genus: Gynostemma
Primary use: medicinal

Gynostemma pentaphyllum, also called jiaogulan, is a dioecious, herbaceous climbing vine of the family Cucurbitaceae widely distributed in South and East Asia as well as New Guinea.

At a glance

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