What gourds are not edible? A guide to avoiding toxic squash
                                
                                
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                                According to the French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety, cases of inedible gourd poisoning represented the third most frequent type of plant-related confusion reported to poison control centers between 2012 and 2018. Navigating the world of gourds can be tricky, as some are beautiful decorative items while others are delicious culinary ingredients.