Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gharoensis
ID:
633410

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blatt.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Indian Bot. Soc. 6: 70 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632742



Common Names

  • Asparagus gharoensis
  • Gharo Asparagus
  • Gharo Fern


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Synonyms

  • Protasparagus gharoensis (Blatt.) Kamble [unknown]

Description

Asparagus gharoensis (also called Gharo Asparagus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus gharoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asparagus gharoensis is small and white, with six petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus gharoensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by dividing the root clumps in the spring or by sowing the seeds in the fall.

Where to Find Asparagus gharoensis

Asparagus gharoensis can be found in South Africa.

Asparagus gharoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus gharoensis?

Asparagus gharoensis

What is the common name of Asparagus gharoensis?

Gharo asparagus

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus gharoensis?

Dry, sandy soils in the coastal plains of India

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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