Momordica foetida

Momordica foetida is a climbing plant found in various regions of Africa, including Angola, Benin, Burundi, Cameroon, and others. It is part of the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae) and shares characteristics with related species such as the bitter melon. The plant is noted for its distinctive, unpleasant odor, which is reflected in its scientific name. It was initially classified under the names M. morkorra and M. cordata before being recognized as M. foetida.