Gynostemma (Cucurbitaceae) BSWJ570

pentaphyllum

Herbaceous climber to only 2m, supporting itself with springy tendrils, commonly found in thickets in S. Korea and Japan. With thin textured glossy green leaves consisting of 3-7 leaflets. Flowers, small, followed by black globose fruit. Sun or shade in any soil. Previously mis-identified as Cayratia.