Smilax ilicifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ilicifolia
ID:
803209
Status:
valid
Authors:
Desv. ex Ham.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Ind. Occid. : 58 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000802543
Common Names
- Smilax ilicifolia
- Ilicifolia Smilax
- Smilax Ilicifolia
Searching for Smilax ilicifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Smilax ilicifolia (also called Holly-leaved smilax, among many other common names) is an evergreen vine with glossy, spiny leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It is native to North America and is found in moist forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Smilax ilicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Smilax ilicifolia has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin with long, narrow leaves.
Searching for Smilax ilicifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Smilax ilicifolia is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10m in height. It is native to tropical regions of South America and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Smilax ilicifolia
Smilax ilicifolia is native to the tropical rainforest of South America.
Smilax ilicifolia FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Smilax ilicifolia?
Smilax ilicifolia is native to India.
What type of soil does Smilax ilicifolia prefer?
Smilax ilicifolia prefers moist, well-drained soil.
How much light does Smilax ilicifolia need?
Smilax ilicifolia prefers partial to full shade.
Species in the Smilax genus
Smilax emeiensis, Smilax malipoensis, Smilax yunnanensis, Smilax saulensis, Smilax retroflexa, Smilax munita, Smilax guiyangensis, Smilax aculeatissima, Smilax austrozhejiangensis, Smilax lushuiensis, Smilax bapouensis, Smilax pilcomayensis, Smilax nova-guineensis, Smilax china, Smilax chingii, Smilax cinnamomea, Smilax cissoides, Smilax cocculoides, Smilax cognata, Smilax calophylla, Smilax cambodiana, Smilax campestris, Smilax chapaensis, Smilax canariensis, Smilax canellifolia, Smilax celebica, Smilax darrisii, Smilax davidiana, Smilax densibarbata, Smilax cuspidata, Smilax discotis, Smilax domingensis, Smilax corbularia, Smilax cordato-ovata, Smilax cordifolia, Smilax coriacea, Smilax aristolochiifolia, Smilax anguina, Smilax annulata, Smilax arisanensis, Smilax ampla, Smilax aspera, Smilax aspericaulis, Smilax assumptionis, Smilax astrosperma, Smilax californica, Smilax aberrans, Smilax anceps, Smilax amblyobasis, Smilax blumei,
Species in the Smilacaceae family
Smilax emeiensis, Smilax malipoensis, Smilax yunnanensis, Smilax saulensis, Smilax retroflexa, Smilax munita, Smilax guiyangensis, Smilax aculeatissima, Smilax austrozhejiangensis, Smilax lushuiensis, Smilax bapouensis, Smilax pilcomayensis, Smilax nova-guineensis, Smilax china, Smilax chingii, Smilax cinnamomea, Smilax cissoides, Smilax cocculoides, Smilax cognata, Smilax calophylla, Smilax cambodiana, Smilax campestris, Smilax chapaensis, Smilax canariensis, Smilax canellifolia, Smilax celebica, Smilax darrisii, Smilax davidiana, Smilax densibarbata, Smilax cuspidata, Smilax discotis, Smilax domingensis, Smilax corbularia, Smilax cordato-ovata, Smilax cordifolia, Smilax coriacea, Smilax aristolochiifolia, Smilax anguina, Smilax annulata, Smilax arisanensis, Smilax ampla, Smilax aspera, Smilax aspericaulis, Smilax assumptionis, Smilax astrosperma, Smilax californica, Smilax aberrans, Smilax anceps, Smilax amblyobasis, Smilax blumei,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-340935: Based on the initial data import
William Hamilton (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ham.' in the authors string.
Nicaise Auguste Desvaux (1784-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desv.' in the authors string.