Identify huge egg shaped vine pod

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  1. JudithS

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    Can anyone identify this plant? I picked up a huge egg shaped pod at a tourist attraction in South Florida, took it home with me to Oregon and planted it a few weeks ago when it showed signs of sprouting. It is now a vine about 6 feet long and still growing fast. It is basically a vine, woody at the base, with one very tiny leaf every 5 to 8 inches.

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    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Oh, just a guess ... chayote?

    More than likely, you'll need to post an image or two.
     
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    Thanks for your reply, Daniel. It is not a chayote. I didn't want to dig the seed up for a picture, so here is a more detailed desription of it: the seed was medium brown, completely egg shaped, about 3 1/2 to 4 inches long with a circumference of about 7 inches. I've attached a picture of the vine.
    Judith
     

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    Thank you, Chris! That is it!!!
    Judith
     
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