Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
915175

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andreata & Leoni

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 34: 28 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914510

Common Names

  • Smilax Pilosa
  • Pilose Greenbrier
  • Prickly Greenbrier

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Description

Smilax pilosa (also called Bristly greenbrier, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen vine native to the southeastern United States. It has alternate, ovate leaves and produces small, greenish-white flowers. It grows in open woodlands, meadows, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Smilax pilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Smilax pilosa has small, greenish-white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smilax pilosa is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden.

Where to Find Smilax pilosa

Smilax pilosa is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Texas.

Smilax pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smilax pilosa?

Smilax pilosa

What type of plant is Smilax pilosa?

A vine

Where does Smilax pilosa grow?

In tropical and subtropical regions

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-459492: Based on the initial data import
Lúcio de Souza Leoni (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leoni' in the authors string.
Regina Helena Potsch Andreata (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andreata' in the authors string.