Wild plants in and around Shimane 島根とその周辺の野生植物

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Smilax china / Sarutoriibara サルトリイバラ

Bloom time: April-May

   
Family:
 
Smilacaceae /
Shiodeka


 

Notes For Reference:- 

Species, Varieties, or Forms in the Genus Smilax:

Smilax china / Sarutoriibara
Smilax nipponica / Tachishiode
Smilax riparia / Shiode
 

   

Smilax china / Sarutoriibara サルトリイバラ

 
Smilax china is a deciduous semi-shrub liana inhabiting grasslands, inside or edges of forests, in fields, and mountains. Branches are with sparse thorns and twine around something, together with their tendrils, to extend. Leaves are alternate; blades measure 3-12cm long, are circular or elliptical, with short and pointed tips, circular bases, entire margins, leathery edges, and an obtusely glossy surface. Simultaneously with the development of the leaves, axils bear umbels and set many yellow-green flowers in them. Sap fruit, spherical, 7-9mm across, mature orange-red in October-November. Bloom time: April-May.
                     
                 
                     

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