Cardiospermum
Botanical name: Cardiospermum
Cardiospermum
Botanical name: Cardiospermum
Description
Cardiospermum include semi-woody and herbaceous vines which may be annual or perennial depending on the species. Cardiospermum are often cultivated as ornamental vines in herb gardens. They thrive in warm climates and spread by seeding. The vines produce balloon-shaped seed pods after flowering in the summer. 
Species of Cardiospermum
Lesser Balloon Vine
Lesser Balloon Vine (Cardiospermum halicacabum) is a deciduous woody perennial vine that is commonly found growing along riverbanks pastures and woodland edges. It blooms in summer with small white flowers. Flowers are followed by unusual seed capsules. Thin-shelled spherical-shaped capsules appear inflated like a balloon. When ripe these fruits open to disperse black seeds that are spread by wind and water.
Balloon vine
Balloon vine is native to Argentina and Brazil but has escaped cultivation and become invasive in many non-native areas, usually in wet habitats. It's a vigorous climber that tends to attach itself to trees, blocking light and creating a favorable environment for pests. It's a severe threat to trees and ecosystems, so the cultivation of balloon vine is controlled in many places.
Faux persil
Faux persil include semi-woody and herbaceous vines which may be annual or perennial depending on the species. Faux persil are often cultivated as ornamental vines in herb gardens. They thrive in warm climates and spread by seeding. The vines produce balloon-shaped seed pods after flowering in the summer.
Scientific Classification
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