Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
exuvialis
ID:
633090

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Trav. S. Africa 1: 432 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632422



Common Names

  • Asparagus Fern
  • Emerald Feather
  • Emerald Fern


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Synonyms

  • Asparagus ecklonii Baker [unknown]
  • Asparagus exuvialis ecklonii (Baker) Fellingham & N.L.Mey. [unknown]
  • Asparagus hereroensis Schinz [unknown]
  • Protasparagus exuvialis ecklonii (Baker) Oberm. [unknown]
  • Protasparagus exuvialis (Burch.) Oberm. [unknown]

Description

Asparagus exuvialis (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 11 feet (3.3 m) in length. It is found in dry, rocky, open areas, often in association with shrubs and other plants.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus exuvialis 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 exuvialis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant species that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-11.

Where to Find Asparagus exuvialis

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

Asparagus exuvialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus exuvialis?

Asparagus exuvialis

What type of plant is Asparagus exuvialis?

Perennial herb

Where does Asparagus exuvialis grow?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

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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