Stinkvine, a pervasive plant known for its robust growth, finds its origin in various regions of Asia, where its presence is commonplace. As it has ventured beyond its native terrain, stinkvine has settled in certain areas of Oceania and South America, where its potential to somewhat influence local ecosystems has been observed. Despite this, its cultivation is not widely reported, and its geographical expansion appears mainly through natural dispersal rather than human propagation.

Stinkvine originates from East Asia and is categorised as a weed due to several characteristic factors, primarily constituted by its rapid reproduction and widespread dispersal. Being a vigorous climber, stinkvine can smother native vegetation, creating a mono-culture and thus significantly disrupting the ecosystem balance. This weed’s capability to regrow from tiny fragments of root or stem makes it increasingly harmful in gardens as it is strenuous to eradicate once it takes hold. Moreover, an individual stinkvine plant has the potential to produce thousands of seeds, which exacerbates their rapid spread and makes the weed extremely difficult to manage. Primarily, it propagates through seeds, which are spread by wind, water, and also get transmitted through contaminated soil or garden waste.

The best season to remove stinkvine is during early spring to late summer. This is when the plant is actively growing but has not yet reached its flowering stage, thus it's essential to remove it before it starts to bloom and spread seeds.