Coarse vine reaching a length of several meters. Leaves are rounded, 10 - 40 cm wide, slightly hairy on both sides, 5-angled or lobed. Fruit is a good source of iron, calcium, and phosphorus, vitamin B. Fruit is 6% sugar; the seeds contain a fixed oil and saponin. Dudhi is used in cooking as per other squashes it makes a perfect alternative to courgette.