Smilax californica


Smilax californica, the California greenbriar, is a common woody vine native to the western United States.

Description

The leaves are dull green, petioled, alternate, and circular to heart-shaped. They are generally long. The stems are round, green and have sharp spines.
The plant is monoecious, with drooping flowers in leaf axils. The berry is black and roundish.

Distribution and habitat

The plant is native to northern California and southwestern Oregon. It can be found near streambanks and mixed forests below in elevation.