Smilax californica
(A. DC.) A. Gray
California greenbriar, California greenbrier, Greenbriar, Greenbrier
Smilax californica is a perennial herb or vine that is native to California, and also found elsewhere in western North America.
Bloom Period
The blue points on the map indicate observations in Calflora.
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Jepson eFlora section:
monocot
USDA PLANTS group:
Monocot
[selinawamucii.com] Ornamental Plant, Medicinal Use: Smilax californica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make a herbal tea. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. (link added by Mary Ann Machi)
