Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
turkestanicus
ID:
635974

Status:
valid

Authors:
Popov

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Fl. Turkmen. 1: 312 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635306



Common Names

  • Turkestanicus Asparagus
  • Turkestanicus Island Asparagus
  • Turkestanicus Asparagus Plant


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Synonyms

  • Asparagus popovii Iljin [unknown]

Description

Asparagus turkestanicus (also called Asparagus turkestanicus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus turkestanicus is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible shoots, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Asparagus turkestanicus are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus turkestanicus 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 turkestanicus

Asparagus turkestanicus is found in Kazakhstan.

Asparagus turkestanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus turkestanicus?

Asparagus turkestanicus

What is the family of Asparagus turkestanicus?

Asparagaceae

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus turkestanicus?

Dry grassland in Central Asia

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275345: Based on the initial data import
Mikhail Popov (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Popov' in the authors string.