Snake Vine
The yellow flowers have been reported as having an unpleasant odor variously described as similar to mothballs or animal urine or sweet but with "a pronounced fecal element". The leaves are elliptic or obovate and average 6 cm in length. The fruits consist of segments of bright orange flesh, each surrounding a black seed. While the flesh looks attractive enough to eat, it is best not to. A minute or so after eating, the flesh produces an unpleasant burning sensation in the mouth and lips.
Scientific Name
Hibbertia scandens
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