What is another word for Ecballium Elaterium?
Pronunciation: [ɛkbˈali͡əm ɪlɐtˈi͡əɹɪəm] (IPA) 
Ecballium Elaterium, also known as squirting cucumber, is a plant species that has various synonyms. It is called wild gourd, exploding cucumber, and sea pumpkin. This herbaceous vine is native to the Mediterranean and Black Sea regions, and it has a long history of medicinal use. Its fruits contain a potent compound that has been used as a laxative, diuretic, and anti-inflammatory agent. The squirting cucumber is also famous for its burst-like technique to shoot seeds away from its parent plant, and it has become rare in some areas. Nevertheless, this species is known for its unique scientific characteristics and cultural significance around the world.
