Vegetative key to the families >
Vegetative Key Vegetative key to the families
TENDRILS present on stem or leaves; plants climbing or decumbent
Tendrils on the stem (modified leaves or branches), or on the petiole (modified stipules)
Tendrils on the petiole Smilacaceae
Leaves oblong to almost orbicular, 5–10 cm long, with 5 longitudinal veins, green on both surfaces. Prickles present on the stem. Fruit 10–15 mm diam. Widespread. Usually in or near RF. Fl. summer Smilax australis