Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
742414

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pohl ex Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(1): 13 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000741747

Common Names

  • Oblongifolia Greenbrier
  • Oblongifolia Smilax
  • Oblongifolia Bamboo

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Synonyms

  • Smilax coriifolia A.DC. [unknown]

Description

Smilax oblongifolia (also called Catbrier, among many other common names) is a perennial, woody, evergreen vine native to the southeastern United States. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves with white veins and small, greenish-white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, thickets, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Smilax oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Smilax oblongifolia is a small, greenish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smilax oblongifolia is a perennial plant that is propagated by division or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in dry conditions.

Where to Find Smilax oblongifolia

Smilax oblongifolia is native to the southeastern United States, and can be found in moist woodlands and along stream banks.

Smilax oblongifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smilax oblongifolia?

Smilax oblongifolia

What is the common name of Smilax oblongifolia?

Oblong-leaved Smilax

What is the natural habitat of Smilax oblongifolia?

Moist woods and thickets

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-288913: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Johann Baptist Emanuel Pohl (1782-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pohl' in the authors string.