Black Futsu Squash are flattened, with pronounced, heavy ribbing. The rind is black when harvested, turning a chestnut brown in storage.
The weight ranges from 3 to 8 pounds (1 1/3 to 3 1/2 kg.) Inside, it has golden-coloured flesh with a nutty taste.
High yields, 4 to 10 squash per vine.
100 to 120 days from seed.
Cooking Tips
The very heavy ribbing makes it very hard to peel for simmering or sautéing. Best baked.
Storage Hints
Can be stored up to 8 months.
History Notes
Black Futsu Squash were developed in Japan.