Cucurbita ficifolia is a type of squash grown for its edible seeds, fruit, and greens.

The most nutritional part of Cucurbita ficifolia is its fat- and protein-rich seeds, which can vary in color from white to black.

Currently Cucurbita ficifolia is the least cultivated of the Cucurbita species.

Figleaf gourd (Cucurbita ficifolia)

Significant dietary sources include; buckwheat (particularly buckwheat farinetta), carob, and Cucurbita ficifolia (fig leaf melon).