Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
khorasanensis
ID:
917585

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hamdi & Assadi

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 120: 421 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916920



Common Names

  • Asparagus Khorasanensis
  • Khorasanensis Asparagus
  • Khorasan Asparagus


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Description

Asparagus khorasanensis (also called Khorasan Asparagus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to Iran and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is an evergreen perennial with long, thin stems and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus khorasanensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping as a ground cover or as a border plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asparagus khorasanensis is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black, glossy, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus khorasanensis is a perennial native to Iran. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Asparagus khorasanensis

Asparagus khorasanensis is native to Iran. It can be found growing in the wild in its native habitat.

Asparagus khorasanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus khorasanensis?

Asparagus khorasanensis

What is the common name of Asparagus khorasanensis?

Khorasan Asparagus

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus khorasanensis?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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-462231: Based on the initial data import
Mostafa Assadi (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Assadi' in the authors string.
Seyed Mohammad Mahdi Hamdi (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamdi' in the authors string.