— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Smilax china (Smilax china). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Smilax china, commonly known as Chinese greenbrier or lacquerbush, is a deciduous vine native to the southeastern United States, including Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virgin… Smilax china (Latin: Smilax china) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Smilax china is most often used to support immune support and digestion. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Smilax china is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Smilax china is a member native to GE. Smilax china thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Smilax china grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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