Asparagus nelsii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nelsii
ID:
634573
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schinz
Source:
wcs
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 4(App. 3): 44 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000633905
Common Names
- Asparagus Nelsii
- Nelsii Asparagus
- Asparagus of Nelsii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Protasparagus nelsii (Schinz) Oberm. [unknown]
Description
Asparagus nelsii (also called Asparagus nelsii, 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 nelsii 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 nelsii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asparagus nelsii 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 nelsii
Asparagus nelsii can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Asparagus nelsii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asparagus nelsii?
Asparagus nelsii
What is the natural habitat of Asparagus nelsii?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
What are the common uses of Asparagus nelsii?
It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source
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-275186: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.