Are Coccinia Grandis and Sechium Edule in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Cucurbitaceae.

Can you substitute Coccinia Grandis for Sechium Edule?

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

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Coccinia Grandis vs Sechium Edule

Coccinia grandis · Sechium edule

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.

Sechium Edule

Sechium edule

T Traditional Use

Family: Cucurbitaceae
Genus: Sechium
Primary use: medicinal

Chayote, also known as christophine, mirliton, güisquil, and choko, is an edible plant belonging to the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae. This fruit was first cultivated in Mesoamerica between southern Mexico and Honduras, with the most genetic diversity available in both Mexico and G…

At a glance

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