Description
Asparagus kaessneri (also called Kaessner’s Asparagus Fern, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub. It is native to South Africa and grows in moist, shady areas. It has thin, wiry stems and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Asparagus kaessneri is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: small, black seeds. Seedlings: small, green leaves with a white underside.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asparagus kaessneri is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Asparagus kaessneri
Asparagus kaessneri is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hainan, Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Shaanxi, Sichuan, and Yunnan.