Smilax blumei

Family: Smilacaceae

What it is like

A large climber. It can grow 10 m long. The stems is 2 cm across. The branches are stout. They have a few prickles. The leaves are large and oval. They are 13-25 cm long by 8-17 cm wide. The fruit are round berries 1 cm across. They turn dark purple when ripe.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows from sea level to 1,500 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Andamans, Asia, Australia, Indochina, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit ?

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Smilax perfoliata Blume;