Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nodulosus
ID:
634657

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oberm.) J.-P.Lebrun & Stork

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Énum. Pl. Fleurs Afr. Trop. 3: 61 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000633989



Common Names

  • Asparagus nodulosus
  • Knobbed Asparagus
  • Nodular Asparagus


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Synonyms

  • Protasparagus nodulosus Oberm. [unknown]

Description

Asparagus nodulosus (also called Knotted Asparagus, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with small, star-shaped, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus nodulosus 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

The flower of Asparagus nodulosus is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus nodulosus 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 nodulosus

Asparagus nodulosus is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.

Asparagus nodulosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus nodulosus?

Asparagus nodulosus

What is the common name of Asparagus nodulosus?

Knotted Asparagus

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus nodulosus?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia

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-275194: Based on the initial data import
Anna Amelia Obermeyer (1907-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oberm.' in the authors string.
Jean-Pierre Lebrun (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-P.Lebrun' in the authors string.
Adélaïde Louise Stork (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stork' in the authors string.