Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
richardsiae
ID:
835551

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sebsebe

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 63: 271 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834886



Common Names

  • Asparagus richardsiae
  • Richards Asparagus
  • Richards Fern


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Description

Asparagus richardsiae (also called Richards' Asparagus, among many other common names) is a shrub with white or pink flowers. It is native to Mozambique, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus richardsiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus richardsiae has a flower with a bright yellow bract and white flowers. The seed is a black, round-shaped berry. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus richardsiae is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Brazil. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division of the offsets. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. The offsets can be divided and replanted in the same soil mix.

Where to Find Asparagus richardsiae

Asparagus richardsiae is native to South Africa and can be found in tropical climates.

Asparagus richardsiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus richardsiae?

Asparagus richardsiae

What are the common names of Asparagus richardsiae?

Richards' asparagus

What is the native range of Asparagus richardsiae?

South Africa

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-372076: Based on the initial data import
Sebsebe Demissew (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sebsebe' in the authors string.