Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lynetteae
ID:
634129

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 25: 207 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000633461



Common Names

  • Asparagus lynetteae
  • Lynetteae Asparagus
  • Lynetteae's Asparagus


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Synonyms

  • Protasparagus lynetteae Oberm. [unknown]

Description

Asparagus lynetteae (also called Asparagus lynetteae, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus lynetteae is used in traditional medicine for its diuretic, antirheumatic, and antispasmodic properties. It is also used as a vegetable and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asparagus lynetteae is a small, white flower with six petals. The seed is a black, round seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus lynetteae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate some frost. Deadheading spent flowers will help promote more blooms.

Where to Find Asparagus lynetteae

Asparagus lynetteae is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Asparagus lynetteae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus lynetteae?

Asparagus lynetteae

What is the common name of Asparagus lynetteae?

Lynette's Asparagus

What is the habitat of Asparagus lynetteae?

It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woods

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-275144: 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.