Smilax riparia

Smilax riparia, known as Skip in English, is a perennial plant native to Inner Mongolia and Brazil Southeast. This member of the Dioscoreaceae family thrives in moist environments with light or partial sun exposure. Its edible parts include fruit, leaves, and shoots, making it valuable for both culinary and medicinal purposes. In its natural habitat, Skip can be found growing in soils ranging from light (sandy) to heavy (clay). One distinctive feature of this plant is its adaptability to various soil types and its ability to grow well under a variety of light conditions, from full sun to partial shade.