Smilax maritima
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Jackson's brier
Smilacaceae Edible: Shoots
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Summary
Source: WikipediaSmilax maritima is a North American species of plants native to the south-eastern United States from Texas to North Carolina.
Description
A climbing vine in the Smilacaceae family found in tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The shoots are eaten raw or cooked.
Traditional Uses
The shoots are eaten raw or cooked.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Central America, Greater Antilles, Mexico, North America, USA,
Synonyms
Smilax cinnamomifolia SmallSmilax ovata Pursh [Illegitimate]Smilax ovata var. buckleyi A. DC.Smilax smallii Morong
Also Known As
Weew uut'
References (1)
- Kermath, B. M., et al, 2014, Food Plants in the Americas: A survey of the domesticated, cultivated and wild plants used for Human food in North, Central and South America and the Caribbean. On line draft. p 812 (As Smilax smallii)
