Illinois Natural History Survey

Momordica charantia Linnaeus (Cucurbitaceae)

Florida Cucumber, Balsam-pear

Photo of Momordica charantia flower and leaves

Link to photo of Momordica charantia flower and leaves

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This species is native to tropical Africa.

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Illinois Plant Information Network (ILPIN):

This Species is not native to and does not escape in Illinois.

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