Smilax subpubescens

Family: Smilacaceae

What it is like

A vine or creeping plant. The leaves are almost round. The fruit are in clusters and are red. The occur in the axils of leaves. They are 7-12 mm across.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded at about 1,300 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central America, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama

How it is used for food

Edible parts

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Alambre, Canjugo

Synonyms

Smilax calocardia Standl.; Smilax occidentalis C. V. Morton; Smilax purpusii Brandegee; Smilax rufa Lundell; Smilax venosa Lundell;