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Smilax officinalis

Also known as: Smilax barbillana Cufod. +6 more
  • Smilax barbillana Cufod.
  • Smilax bernhardii F.W.Apt
  • Smilax chiriquensis C.V.Morton
  • Smilax gilgiana F.W.Apt
  • Smilax standleyi Killip & C.V.Morton
  • Smilax tonduzii F.W.Apt
  • Smilax vanilliodora F.W.Apt
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Smilacaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a climber.

Smilax officinalis is a climbing plant within the Smilacaceae family. It originates in South America. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in wet tropical conditions.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Climber / Vine

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Central America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama

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