Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sapinii
ID:
635186

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Compagnie du Kasaï : 367 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634518



Common Names

  • Sapin's Asparagus
  • Asparagus Sapinii
  • Sapinii Asparagus


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Description

Asparagus sapinii (also called Asparagus Fern, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It is found in humid, shady areas and is characterized by its thin, wiry leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus sapinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asparagus sapinii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single, thin, white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus sapinii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or division.

Where to Find Asparagus sapinii

Asparagus sapinii can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Asparagus sapinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus sapinii?

Asparagus sapinii

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus sapinii?

It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

What is the growth habit of Asparagus sapinii?

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,

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