Gomphocarpus physocarpus (Balloon Plant): Nature’s Bizarre Balloon

Have you ever seen a plant that looks like it has tiny, spiky balloons hanging off it? Well, that’s Gomphocarpus physocarpus, commonly known as the Balloon Plant or Tumbling-Tumbleweed. This quirky plant isn’t just eye-catching because of its balloon-like fruit—it also has a fascinating backgroun...