Subfamily Sapindoideae | Scientific name Cardiospermum Rank Genus | |
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Similar Sapindaceae, Cardiospermum grandiflorum, Serjania, Allophylus, Cardiospermum corindum | ||
Cardiospermum balloon vine rare unusual hardy exotic tropical seeds for the garden
Cardiospermum is a genus of approximately 14 species in the soapberry family, Sapindaceae, which are native to the American, Indian, and African tropics. The genus name is derived from the Greek words καρδία, meaning "heart," and σπέρμα, meaning "seed." Common names of the members of this genus include Balloon Vine, Love in a Puff, Heartseed, and Heartseed Vine. These plants are classified as invasive species in parts of the Southern United States and South Africa.
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- Cardiospermum balloon vine rare unusual hardy exotic tropical seeds for the garden
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Uses
The Cardiospermum genus consists primarily of herbaceous vines, which are cultivated in warm regions as ornamental plants. Extractions of Cardiospermum seed are included in skin creams that claim to treat eczema and other skin conditions.
Species
Species include:
Media
References
Cardiospermum Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA