Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
exsertus
ID:
633079

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oberm.) Fellingham & N.L.Mey.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 25: 206 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632411



Common Names

  • Asparagus exsertus
  • Common asparagus
  • Wild asparagus


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Synonyms

  • Protasparagus exsertus Oberm. [unknown]

Description

Asparagus exsertus (also called wild asparagus, among many other common names) is a species of asparagus native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing, sprawling plant with thin stems that can reach up to 3 feet (0.9 m) in length. It is found in dry, rocky, open areas, often in association with shrubs and other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus exsertus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus exsertus has small white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and spiny.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus exsertus is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, cut a healthy stem from the parent plant and allow it to dry for a few days. Once dry, place the cutting in a pot filled with well-draining soil and water it lightly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks. Asparagus exsertus prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Asparagus exsertus

Asparagus exsertus is native to the Sonoran Desert of Arizona and Mexico.

Asparagus exsertus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus exsertus?

Asparagus exsertus

What are the common names of Asparagus exsertus?

Common names include Asparagus Fern, Asparagus Grass, and Foxtail Fern

Where is Asparagus exsertus native to?

Asparagus exsertus 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275043: Based on the initial data import
Anna Amelia Obermeyer (1907-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oberm.' in the authors string.
A.C. Fellingham (b.1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fellingham' in the authors string.
Nicole L. Meyer (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.L.Mey.' in the authors string.