smilax

noun
smi·​lax | \ ˈsmī-ˌlaks How to pronounce smilax (audio) \

Definition of smilax

2 : a tender twining asparagus (Asparagus asparagoides) of southern Africa that has ovate bright green cladophylls which are often used in floral arrangements

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Meanwhile, the ceiling was lined with smilax and Italian ruscus greenery. Alexandra Macon, Vogue, "Meggie Kempner’s Gorgeous Garden Wedding in Beverly Hills," 24 May 2018

First Known Use of smilax

1551, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for smilax

Latin, bindweed, yew, from Greek

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Smilax

noun
Smi·​lax | \ ˈsmī-ˌlaks How to pronounce Smilax (audio) \

Medical Definition of Smilax

: a large widely distributed genus of plants of the lily family (Liliaceae) which includes the sarsaparillas