Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
umbellatus
ID:
635996

Status:
valid

Authors:
Link

Source:
wcs

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Phys. Beschr. Canar. Ins. : 140 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635328



Common Names

  • Umbellatus Asparagus
  • Fern Asparagus
  • Basket Asparagus


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Synonyms

  • Asparagopsis umbellata Kunth [unknown]
  • Asparagus scaber Lowe [illegitimate]
  • Asparagus umbellatus scaber Baker [unknown]

Description

Asparagus umbellatus (also called Umbel asparagus, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herb that is native to the Hawaiian Islands. It has small, white flowers and is found in wet forests, bogs, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus umbellatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Asparagus umbellatus sub. lowei (Kunth) Valdés
Asparagus umbellatus sub. umbellatus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus umbellatus has small, white flowers that are clustered in umbels and are followed by small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and have long, needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus umbellatus is a perennial plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Asparagus umbellatus

Asparagus umbellatus is found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Asparagus umbellatus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus umbellatus?

Asparagus umbellatus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

What type of soil does Asparagus umbellatus prefer?

Asparagus umbellatus prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What type of climate does Asparagus umbellatus prefer?

Asparagus umbellatus prefers a warm, humid climate.

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,