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Smilax setosa

Miq.

Merudang

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Description

A tropical vine of the Smilacaceae family with edible leaves.

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Edible Uses

The leaves are eaten.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Synonyms

Smilax barbata Wall. ex A. DC. [Illegitimate]

References (1)

  • Hoe, V. B. & Siong, K. H., 1999, The nutritional value of indigenous fruit and vegetables in Sarawak. Asia Pacific J. Clin. Nutr. 8(1):24-31 (As Smilax barbata)

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