Asparagus rubricaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubricaulis
ID:
635165
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 14: 616 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634497
Common Names
- Red-stemmed Asparagus
- Asparagus Rubricaulis
- Rubricaulis Asparagus
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- Asparagopsis rubricaulis Kunth [unknown]
- Protasparagus rubricaulis (Baker) Kamble [unknown]
Description
Asparagus rubricaulis (also called Climbing Asparagus, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing plant with bright green, needle-like leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Asparagus rubricaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments and diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asparagus rubricaulis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asparagus rubricaulis is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and should be watered regularly, but not too often. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Asparagus rubricaulis
Asparagus rubricaulis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the mountainous regions of southern Europe and northern Africa.
Asparagus rubricaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asparagus rubricaulis?
Asparagus rubricaulis
What is the natural habitat of Asparagus rubricaulis?
It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.
What is the growth habit of Asparagus rubricaulis?
It is a perennial, succulent shrub 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-275269: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.