Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
filicladus
ID:
633227

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 25: 207 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632559



Common Names

  • Asparagus Fern
  • Ferny Asparagus
  • Ferny Asparagus Fern


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Synonyms

  • Protasparagus filicladus Oberm. [unknown]

Description

Asparagus filicladus (also called 'Ferny Asparagus', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has long, thin stems with small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, rocky areas and is often found in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus filicladus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asparagus filicladus is white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus filicladus is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot and kept moist until germination. The plants can also be propagated by taking cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Asparagus filicladus

Asparagus filicladus is found in Central and South America.

Asparagus filicladus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus filicladus?

Asparagus filicladus

What is the common name of Asparagus filicladus?

Ferny asparagus

What is the native range of Asparagus filicladus?

Central Asia

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-275060: 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.