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smilax

smilax

9.9
A climbing plant with shiny green leaves often used in flower decorations
  • noun
  • /ˈsmaɪlæks/
  • Specialized
translation icon : smilax
  • The smilax adds a vibrant touch to the bouquet.

Examples

  • The florist added smilax to the bouquet for a touch of elegance.

  • I love the glossy leaves of smilax plants.

  • Smilax vines were draped across the table for a natural, festive look.

  • We decorated the banquet hall with garlands of smilax and fresh flowers.

  • The florist decorated the event with elegant arrangements of smilax and vibrant flowers.

  • The wedding arch was adorned with beautiful smilax, adding a touch of greenery to the celebration.

  • During the summer, smilax vines can be seen climbing along fences and trellises in many gardens.

Compounds

genus Smilax
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of climbing or trailing plants like greenbriers

Smilax rotundifolia
  • Specialized
9.9

A very prickly vine with shiny round leaves and clusters of black berries you cannot eat

Smilax aspera
  • Specialized
9.9

A climbing or spreading evergreen plant with spiny stems and shiny leaves

Surface Forms

smilax singular
smilaxes plural

Etymology

Smilax comes from an old Greek name smilax for a climbing plant, so it originally meant a twining 'vine' and that is why modern smilax is the glossy, twining plant often used in floral decoration.