Smilax hispida

Smilax hispida bristly greenbriar

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is native to PA Synonyms:   Smilax tamnoides

Occasional in moist woods, swamps,thickets, and along roadsides.

Present throughout the state.

Wetland codes
EMP: FAC
NCNE: FAC



Flowers late May.

Fruits August to winter.

S-rank:  No Rank
G-rank:  G5 (Secure)

Smilax hispida bristly greenbriar

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is native to PA
Synonyms:   Smilax tamnoides
Smilax hispida gallery
Plant Life-Form
woody vine
Common Names
bristly greenbriar