Climbing perennialPerennialModerate

Sarsaparilla Vine

Smilax aspera

Family: Smilacaceae

Sarsaparilla Vine grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Water needs: Low to moderate.

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How to Grow Sarsaparilla Vine

Sarsaparilla Vine growing information includes sunlight requirements of Full sun to partial shade, soil conditions listed as Well-drained soil with a soil pH of 5.5-8.0, and Low to moderate water needs. The listed hardiness zones are 7-10. For propagation reference, the database lists germination or establishment information for Sarsaparilla Vine as 30-90 days, with planting or establishment depth listed as 1/2 inch. Days to maturity are listed as 2-3 years.

Plant Overview

Sarsaparilla Vine (Smilax aspera) is listed in the Smilacaceae family and categorized as a climbing perennial with a perennial life cycle. This profile summarizes growing information for hardiness, light, soil, water, seed starting, maturity, and other available cultivation details. Difficulty is listed as Moderate.

Plant ID: PLT-3242
Family: Smilacaceae
Plant type: Climbing perennial
Life cycle: Perennial
Difficulty: Moderate

Growing Conditions

Sarsaparilla Vine is listed for full sun to partial shade conditions. Water needs are listed as low to moderate. The database soil reference is Well-drained soil. The listed soil pH range is 5.5-8.0, and the listed hardiness range is 7-10.

Hardiness zones: 7-10
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained soil
Soil pH: 5.5-8.0
Water needs: Low to moderate

Seed & Germination

For seed starting, the listed germination time is 30-90 days and the seed depth is 1/2 inch. The listed time to maturity is 2-3 years. Use these values as general reference points and adjust for local climate, seed source, and growing conditions.

Germination: 30-90 days
Seed depth: 1/2 inch

Harvest & Propagation

Days to maturity: 2-3 years

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Growing Reference Note

Plant performance can vary with climate, soil, weather, cultivar, seed quality, and gardening methods. The values on this page are general database reference ranges rather than a substitute for local extension guidance or seed-packet instructions.