Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolius
ID:
635821

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1783

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 1: 294 (1783)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635153



Common Names

  • Asparagus Tenuifolius
  • Fernleaf Asparagus
  • Asparagus Fern


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Synonyms

  • Asparagus collinus Jan ex Parl. [unknown]
  • Asparagus sylvaticus Waldst. & Kit. [unknown]

Description

Asparagus tenuifolius (also called 'Asparagus Fern', among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial plant that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has small white flowers and thin, needle-like leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus tenuifolius is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for making dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asparagus tenuifolius is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, erect stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus tenuifolius can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Asparagus tenuifolius

Asparagus tenuifolius can be found in China, India, Japan, and Korea.

Asparagus tenuifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus tenuifolius?

Asparagus tenuifolius

What is the family of Asparagus tenuifolius?

Asparagaceae

What is the habitat of Asparagus tenuifolius?

It is found in the Philippines, growing in moist, shady forests at elevations of 800-1500 m.

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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