Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
spinescens
ID:
635521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steud.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 7: 333 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634853



Common Names

  • Spiny Asparagus
  • Bristly Asparagus
  • Spiny Sprenger Asparagus


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Synonyms

  • Protasparagus spinescens (Steud. ex Roem. & Schult.) Oberm. [unknown]

Description

Asparagus spinescens (also called Spiny Asparagus, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Africa and is found in dry, open woodlands. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus spinescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Asparagus spinescens are yellow-green and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus spinescens is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting that is at least 3 inches long and remove the lower leaves. Allow the cutting to dry for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. Water the soil lightly and keep it in a warm, sunny location. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Asparagus spinescens

Asparagus spinescens is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces.

Asparagus spinescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus spinescens?

Asparagus spinescens

What is the common name of Asparagus spinescens?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus spinescens?

Tropical forests

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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