Description
Asparagus multituberosus (also called 'Multituberosus Asparagus Fern', 'Multituberosus Fern' and 'Foxtail Fern', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant with a creeping rhizome. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas, woodlands and grasslands. It has thin, wiry stems with small, scale-like leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Asparagus multituberosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asparagus multituberosus has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asparagus multituberosus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny location.