Cardiospermum Halicacabum

Cardiospermum Halicacabum is native to the United States. It is a member of the Sapindaceae family. It is known as Ballon vine or Heart's pea. The roots, leaves, and seeds can be used in medicinal formulas. Cardiospermum Halicacabum contains sugars, fatty acids, amino acids, saponins, arachidic acid, b-sitosterol-b-D-galactoside, and apigenin. The plant has been used for a variety of ailments.