Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
myriacanthus
ID:
634510

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.T.Wang & S.C.Chen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 16(1): 92 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000633842



Common Names

  • Asparagus Myriacanthus
  • Myriacanthus Asparagus
  • Asparagus of Myriacanthus


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Description

Asparagus myriacanthus (also called 'Myriacanthus Asparagus Fern', 'Myriacanthus 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 myriacanthus is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a food source in some parts of the world.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus myriacanthus has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus myriacanthus 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.

Where to Find Asparagus myriacanthus

Asparagus myriacanthus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Asparagus myriacanthus FAQ

What are the common names of Asparagus myriacanthus?

Common names of Asparagus myriacanthus include many-spined asparagus and wild asparagus.

What is the native range of Asparagus myriacanthus?

Asparagus myriacanthus is native to southern Africa.

What is the growth habit of Asparagus myriacanthus?

Asparagus myriacanthus is an evergreen perennial with a sprawling habit.

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-275180: Based on the initial data import
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.