A balloon vine

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Satish Phadke

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Oct 5, 2009, 4:10:52 AM10/5/09
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Cardiospermum halicacabum
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This balloon vine is commonly observed in many open spaces. I had earlier seen the triangular balloon shaped fruits but yesterday was able to capture its flowers.
Native of tropical America.
Family: Sapindaceae
Dr Satish Phadke
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Swagat

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Oct 5, 2009, 4:36:09 AM10/5/09
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Dear all,
 
'Cardiospermum halicacabum' is called 'Kapalphodi' 'कपाळफोडी' in Marathi.
 
Regards,
 
~Swagat
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2009/10/5 Satish Phadke <phadke...@gmail.com>
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