species 15,446 observations
Sawbrier
Smilax glauca
Field notes
Supports All
15
native animals
supported in the US
supported in the US
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it
Proleucoptera smilaciella, Marmara smilacisella, Turbulent Phosphila Moth, Curved-lined Owlet
7
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it
American Robin, Woolly Maple Aphid, Wild Turkey, Ruffed Grouse
6
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors
Red-banded Leafhopper, Greenbriar Leaf Beetle
2
Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Vines
- Light
- Full sun Part shade Dappled shade
- Moisture
- Dry Well drained Moist
- Drought tolerant
- Yes
- Habit
- Climbing
From NC State Extension and USDA PLANTS.