Smilax cissoides
Family: Smilacaceae
What it is like
A climbing vine.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil, South America
How it is used for food
The root is used instead of sarsaparilla
Edible parts
Roots - flavouring
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Smilax campestris var. spruceana A. DC.; Smilax cissoides var. laeviuscula A. DC.;