Smilax illinoensis
Illinois Carrionflower, Illinois Greenbrier
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Smilacaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a climbing perennial.
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Smilax illinoensis (commonly known as Illinois carrionflower or Illinois greenbrier) is a climbing plant belonging to the Smilacaceae family. Found natively in North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is part of the broad Smilax genus, encompassing over 250 species globally.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Climber / Vine
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Eastern Canada, North-Central U.S.A., Northeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Ontario, Wisconsin