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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.
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Genus: Smilax
Family: Smilacaceae  
Category: angiosperm  
PLANTS group:Monocot
Jepson eFlora section: monocot

Habitat: streambanks

Communities: Yellow Pine Forest, Mixed Evergreen Forest

Name Status:
Accepted by JEF + PLANTS
Information about  Smilax californica from other sources
Nursery availability from CNPLX
Commercial availability unknown.
Jepson eFlora

USDA PLANTS Profile (SMCA2)

Photos on Calflora

Photos on CalPhotos

Google Images

Photos on iNaturalist

ID Tips on PlantID.net

[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)


Suggested Citation
Calflora: Information on California plants for education, research and conservation, with data contributed by public and private institutions and individuals. [web application]. 2024. Berkeley, California: The Calflora Database [a non-profit organization]. Available: https://www.calflora.org/   (Accessed: 11/23/2024).