Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aphyllus
ID:
632162

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 314 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631494



Common Names

  • Aphyllus Asparagus
  • Asparagus Aphyllus
  • Asparagus Aphyllus


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Synonyms

  • Asparagus aphyllus bovei Baker [unknown]

Description

Asparagus aphyllus (also called 'Asparagus Fern', among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist, open, and often shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus aphyllus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and roots being used to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Asparagus aphyllus sub. orientalis (Baker) P.H.Davis
Asparagus aphyllus sub. aphyllus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus aphyllus has small, white flowers that are arranged in a cluster. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin, needle-like leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus aphyllus can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Asparagus aphyllus

Asparagus aphyllus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Asparagus aphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus aphyllus?

Asparagus aphyllus

What is the common name of Asparagus aphyllus?

Asparagus Fern

Where is Asparagus aphyllus 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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