Asparagus neglectus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neglectus
ID:
634553
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kar. & Kir.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 14: 750 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000633885
Common Names
- Asparagus Neglectus
- Neglectus Asparagus
- Asparagus of Neglectus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asparagus neglectus (also called 'Neglectus Asparagus Fern', 'Neglectus 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 neglectus 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 neglectus 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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Asparagus neglectus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Asparagus neglectus
Asparagus neglectus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Asparagus neglectus FAQ
What are the common names of Asparagus neglectus?
Common names of Asparagus neglectus include neglected asparagus and wild asparagus.
What is the native range of Asparagus neglectus?
Asparagus neglectus is native to southern Africa.
What is the growth habit of Asparagus neglectus?
Asparagus neglectus 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-275184: Based on the initial data import
Grigori Karelin (1801-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kar.' in the authors string.
Ivan Petrovich Kirilov (1821-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kir.' in the authors string.