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balloonplant

Gomphocarpus physocarpus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Gentianales ›Family: Apocynaceae ›Genus: Gomphocarpus

About

Gomphocarpus physocarpus, commonly known as balloonplant, balloon cotton-bush, bishop's balls, nailhead, or swan plant, is a species of milkweed. The plant is native to southeast Africa, but it has been widely naturalized. It is often used as an ornamental plant. The name "balloonplant" is an allusion to the swelling bladder-like follicles which are full of seeds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of balloonplant?
The scientific name of balloonplant is Gomphocarpus physocarpus.
What is the conservation status of balloonplant?
The balloonplant has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does balloonplant belong to?
balloonplant belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does balloonplant belong to?
balloonplant belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does balloonplant belong to?
balloonplant belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does balloonplant belong to?
balloonplant belongs to the order Gentianales.
What family does balloonplant belong to?
balloonplant belongs to the family Apocynaceae.
What genus does balloonplant belong to?
balloonplant belongs to the genus Gomphocarpus.