Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
trichophyllus
ID:
635952

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. China Bor. : 65 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635284



Common Names

  • Trichophyllus Asparagus
  • Trichophyllus Island Asparagus
  • Trichophyllus Asparagus Plant


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Synonyms

  • Asparagus maritimus Pall. [illegitimate]
  • Asparagus purpurascens M.Bieb. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Asparagus verrucosus Nakai [unknown]
  • Asparagus vulgaris maritimus Bong. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Asparagus maritimus laevis Regel [unknown]

Description

Asparagus trichophyllus (also called Bristly Asparagus, among many other common names) is a species of asparagus plant native to South Africa. It is an evergreen, perennial shrub with a woody stem and long, thin, needle-like leaves. It is typically found in dry, sandy soils in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus trichophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating wounds, burns, and skin infections. It is also used to treat digestive problems and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus trichophyllus has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus trichophyllus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is also resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Asparagus trichophyllus

Asparagus trichophyllus is found in China.

Asparagus trichophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus trichophyllus?

Asparagus trichophyllus

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus trichophyllus?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

What is the growth habit of Asparagus trichophyllus?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading 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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