Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
adscendens
ID:
631882

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. ed. 1832 , 2: 153 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631214



Common Names

  • Asparagus Adscendens
  • Climbing Asparagus
  • Ascending Asparagus


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Synonyms

  • Asparagopsis adscendens Kunth [unknown]
  • Asparagus satawur J.A.Murr. [unknown]
  • Protasparagus adscendens (Roxb.) Kamble [unknown]

Description

Asparagus adscendens (also called Asparagus aethiopicus var. adscendens, among many other common names) is an evergreen climbing shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It has long, thin stems and small, bright green leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in open grasslands, wastelands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus adscendens is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asparagus adscendens is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus adscendens can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Division is best done in the spring. The rhizomes should be divided and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Asparagus adscendens

Asparagus adscendens is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Asparagus adscendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus adscendens?

Asparagus adscendens

What type of plant is Asparagus adscendens?

It is an evergreen climber

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus adscendens?

It is native to South Africa

Species in the Asparagus genus

Asparagus acicularis, Asparagus acocksii, Asparagus acutifolius, Asparagus adscendens, Asparagus aethiopicus, Asparagus africanus, Asparagus aggregatus, Asparagus albus, Asparagus alopecurus, Asparagus altiscandens, Asparagus altissimus, Asparagus angulofractus, Asparagus angusticladus, Asparagus aphyllus, Asparagus arborescens, Asparagus asiaticus, Asparagus asiaticus, Asparagus asparagoides, Asparagus aspergillus, Asparagus baumii, Asparagus bayeri, Asparagus benguellensis, Asparagus bequaertii, Asparagus biflorus, Asparagus botschantzevii, Asparagus brachyphyllus, Asparagus breslerianus, Asparagus buchananii, Asparagus bucharicus, Asparagus burchellii, Asparagus burjaticus, Asparagus calcicola, Asparagus capensis, Asparagus capitatus, Asparagus clareae, Asparagus cochinchinensis, Asparagus coddii, Asparagus concinnus, Asparagus confertus, Asparagus coodei, Asparagus crassicladus, Asparagus curillus, Asparagus davuricus, Asparagus declinatus, Asparagus deflexus, Asparagus densiflorus, Asparagus denudatus, Asparagus devenishii, Asparagus divaricatus, Asparagus drepanophyllus,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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