Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
punjabensis
ID:
635041

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.L.Stewart

Source:
wcs

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Punjab Pl. : 233 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634373



Common Names

  • Asparagus Punjabensis
  • Punjab Asparagus
  • Punjabensis Asparagus


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Description

Asparagus punjabensis (also called Punjab Asparagus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky and sandy areas. It is a scrambling, twining, or climbing shrub, growing up to 3 m tall.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus punjabensis is an ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus punjabensis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus punjabensis is a perennial native to India. It can be propagated from seeds, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Asparagus punjabensis

Asparagus punjabensis can be found in the foothills of the Himalayas in India and Pakistan.

Asparagus punjabensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus punjabensis?

Asparagus punjabensis

What is the common name of Asparagus punjabensis?

Punjabensis Asparagus

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus punjabensis?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

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-275246: Based on the initial data import
John Lindsay Stewart (1832-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Stewart' in the authors string.