Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
635683

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Trav. S. Africa i. 226. 1822

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635015



Common Names

  • Asparagus suaveolens
  • Fragrant Asparagus
  • Climbing Asparagus


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Synonyms

  • Asparagopsis spinescens Kunth [unknown]
  • Asparagopsis suaveolens Baker [unknown]
  • Asparagopsis triacantha Kunth [unknown]
  • Asparagopsis zeyheri Kunth [unknown]
  • Asparagus intangibilis Dinter [unknown]
  • Asparagus omahekensis K.Krause [unknown]
  • Asparagus spinosissimus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Asparagus triacanthus Willd. ex Schult. & Schult.f. [illegitimate]
  • Protasparagus suaveolens (Burch.) Oberm. [unknown]
  • Asparagus stipulaceus spinescens (Kunth) Baker [unknown]

Description

Asparagus suaveolens (also called Sweet Asparagus Fern, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has thin, wiry stems with small, needle-like leaves. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in rainforest understories.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus suaveolens is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, black, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and two long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus suaveolens is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in moist, shady habitats. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Asparagus suaveolens

Asparagus suaveolens can be found in the Mediterranean region, western Asia, and parts of North Africa.

Asparagus suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus suaveolens?

Asparagus suaveolens

What is the common name of Asparagus suaveolens?

Suaveolens

What is the family of Asparagus suaveolens?

Asparagaceae

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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