California Greenbrier

Carried by 0 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Smilax californica, the California greenbriar, is a common woody vine native to northern California and southwestern Oregon in the western United States. The leaves are dull green, petioled, alternate, and circular to heart-shaped. They are generally 5-10 cm long. The stems are round, green and have sharp spines.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb, Vine

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Natural setting

Plant communities

Mixed Evergreen Forest, Yellow Pine Forest

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 3 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Miranda Underwing

Amphipyra pyramidoides

Western Yellowstriped Armyworm

Spodoptera praefica

Ni Moth

Trichoplusia ni

Alternative names

Common names:

California Greenbrier

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