Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
falcatus
ID:
633123

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 313 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632455



Common Names

  • Climbing Asparagus
  • Foxtail Asparagus
  • Asparagus Fern


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Synonyms

  • Asparagus aethiopicus ternifolius Baker [unknown]
  • Asparagus falcatus ternifolius (Baker) Jessop [unknown]
  • Protasparagus falcatus (L.) Oberm. [unknown]
  • Asparagus falcatus falcatus [unknown]

Description

Asparagus falcatus (also called Sickle-leaved Asparagus, among many other common names) is a species of asparagus native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall and has long, sickle-shaped leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas such as hillsides and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus falcatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus falcatus 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 falcatus 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 falcatus

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

Asparagus falcatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus falcatus?

Asparagus falcatus

What are the common names of Asparagus falcatus?

Asparagus fern, Sickle fern

Where is Asparagus falcatus 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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