Coccinia grandis
Ivy Gourd
NO SHIPMENTS to Hawaii or Virgin Islands - considered invasive in Florida
 
=====A tropical vine and member of the cucumber family, that works well as a climber as well as a groundcover. Growing up to around 20 feet with dark green, lobed leaves  accented by stunning white flowers, followed by 2 inch fruits that ripen from green to orange. Flower from April to May. Grow as an annual in most regions. Start and grow, culturally, like a cucumber. Can be an aggressive grower - prunning and containment may be needed.