Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
ovato-lanceolata
ID:
742447

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koyama

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Quart. J. Taiwan Mus. 13: 36 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000741780



Common Names

  • Ovato-Lanceolata Greenbrier
  • Ovato-Lanceolata Smilax
  • Ovato-Lanceolata Bamboo


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Description

Smilax ovato-lanceolata (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 ovato-lanceolata 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 ovato-lanceolata 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 ovato-lanceolata 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 ovato-lanceolata

Smilax ovato-lanceolata is native to China and can be found in forests, thickets, and along roadsides.

Smilax ovato-lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smilax ovato-lanceolata?

Smilax ovato-lanceolata

What is the common name of Smilax ovato-lanceolata?

Ovate-lanceolate Smilax

What is the natural habitat of Smilax ovato-lanceolata?

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-288937: Based on the initial data import
Mitsuo Koyama (1885-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koyama' in the authors string.