Asparagus brachiatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachiatus
ID:
761747
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22: 431 (2002 publ. 2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761080
Common Names
- Asparagus brachiatus
- Brachiatus Asparagus
- Asparagus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asparagus brachiatus (also called Branched Asparagus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It is found in rocky areas, dry sclerophyll forests, and grasslands. It has a single, erect, linear to lanceolate leaf and a single, white to pinkish flower.
Uses & Benefits
Asparagus brachiatus is an ornamental plant that is used to add texture and color to gardens and landscapes. It is also used to provide shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asparagus brachiatus has small white flowers with yellow centres and small, round seed pods. The seedlings have small, round leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asparagus brachiatus is a clump-forming perennial that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a temperature range of 10-30°C and a pH range of 5.5-7.5. It requires full sun to partial shade and regular fertilization.
Where to Find Asparagus brachiatus
Asparagus brachiatus is native to Australia and can be found in moist areas, such as along streams and in swamps.
Asparagus brachiatus FAQ
What type of plant is Asparagus brachiatus?
Asparagus brachiatus is an evergreen perennial herb.
Where does Asparagus brachiatus grow?
Asparagus brachiatus grows in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
How often should Asparagus brachiatus be watered?
Asparagus brachiatus should be watered once a week or when the soil is dry.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-300087: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.