Smilax tamnoides
Also Known As
- Smilax hispida
- Smilax tamnoides subsp. hispida
- Bristly Greenbriar
- Hag Briar
Plant type
vine
size
- H: 20'-40'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Smilax tamnoides plant details
Smilax tamnoides is a broadleaf evergreen vine with green foliage. In summer green flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Smilax tamnoides
- Plant type: vine
- Plant family: smilacaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
- Flowers: green blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Smilax tamnoides
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
This vigorous thorny 20-40' native vine/groundcover is tough!; not invasive (doesn?t spread by root), it is a fine soil-binding cover and an effective barrier plant for almost any conditions. S-Sh/M-W-D
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Smilax tamnoides plant
How to Grow Smilax tamnoides
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- green
Wildlife
- birds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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