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Odd plant? #796727

Asked June 19, 2022, 7:53 PM EDT

Hello, We discovered a vine plant growing in our shrubs. It has these large "fruits" and when we cut it open, it has lightweight seeds. No idea where this came from or what it is. We tried doing a Google image search and other searches and can't identify the plant. Can you help? Thanks for your assistance! Carley Hansen Prince Corvallis

Benton County Oregon

Expert Response

Lots of people wonder about this one! It is Marah oreganus, coast manroot, commonly called wild cucumber for obvious reasons. It is a common vine in western Oregon. Not edible! Here's a link to more information:http://science.halleyhosting.com/nature/gorge/5petal/cuke/marah.htm

Signe Danler, Online Home Horticulture Instructor Replied June 28, 2022, 1:49 PM EDT
Thank you for your time and help! We greatly appreciate it!
Carley

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The Question Asker Replied June 29, 2022, 1:46 PM EDT

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