Bitter Melon, Balsam Pear, Fuqua
Momordica charantia
This is the weedy form of the Balsam Pear and usually is not consumed. In large quantity either variety is considered poisonous if taken internally. In Malaysia they consider this medicinally as a purgative if eaten. Externally it is used for skin ailments and headaches. This is a common vine in waste places near sea-level in Hawaii, and is believed native to Eurasia.