Smilax longifolia
Rich.
Sarsaparilla
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Description
A tropical climbing vine in the Smilacaceae family. Sarsaparilla is valued for its edible roots.
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Edible Uses
The roots are eaten.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Central America, Guiana, Guianas, Guyana, South America, Suriname,
References (1)
- Smith, N., Mori, S.A., et al, 2004, Flowering Plants of the Neotropics. Princeton. p 475
