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Momordica balsamina, Balsam Apple

Momordica balsamina

Balsam Apple
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Origin: Tropical Africa
Vine or creeper plant

Vine or creeper plant

Semi-shade

Full sun

Regular water

White, off-white flowers

Poisonous or toxic

Invasive plant

Ethnomedical plant.
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