Smilax tomentosa
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Smilacaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a climber.
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Smilax tomentosa is a climbing plant belonging to the Smilacaceae family. Originating in North America and South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It is part of the broad Smilax genus, encompassing over 250 species globally.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Climber / Vine
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest, Peru, Venezuela