Smilax hispida (Bristly Greenbrier)
Smilax hispida (Bristly Greenbrier)
3 (10)m, Bristly Greenbrier is a perennial, deciduous climber native of thickets and woods in North America. It has glossy, dark green, oval leaves on smooth stems and axillary clusters of small yellowish green flowers followed by ornamental blackish green berries in late summer and autumn. The lower, woody parts of the stems are heavily armed with numerous spines and bristles. For any humus rich, well drained soil. Plant with a climbing aid in a partially shaded to sunny spot. V-VI.More Details »