Smilax pseudo-china False China root (Smilacaceae) Deciduous climber

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Smilax pseudo-china
False China root
Deciduous climber
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The Smilax pseudo-china plant species is found in Eastern N. America - Maryland to Illinois, Nebraska, Kansas, Florida and Texas. It is a member of the Smilacaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as False China root. Some home gardeners know the variety as S. tamnifolia.

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Latin Name:  Smilax pseudo-china
Common Name:  False China root
Family:  Smilacaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Sphagnous swales, bogs, borders of low woods and damp sands[43]. Dry or sandy thickets[235].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. This species is said to be the true 'China root' of Chinese herbal medicine[178]. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in most soils in sun or semi-shade[200]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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