Canar
Smilax macrocarpa
Family: Smilacaceae
What it is like
A robust climber. It grows 5-15 m long. It often has prickles. The flowers are of one sex in groups. The fruit is round and 3-4 cm across. They are dark red. They are very acid. There can be no seeds or up to 3.
There are about 300 Smilax species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It is scattered in forests and grows up to 1,000 m altitude.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indonesia, SE Asia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Canar bokor, Canar gede, Canar gengge, Canar minyak