Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
undulatus
ID:
636061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. : 66 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635393



Common Names

  • Asparagus undulatus
  • Climbing Asparagus
  • Creeping Asparagus


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Synonyms

  • Asparagus klinghardtianus Dinter [unknown]
  • Myrsiphyllum undulatum Schlecht. ex Kunth [unknown]
  • Dracaena undulata L.f. [unknown]
  • Asparagus undulatus rugosus Baker [unknown]

Description

Asparagus undulatus (also called Wavy Asparagus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with thin, wiry stems and small white flowers. It is native to tropical regions and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus undulatus has small white flowers with yellow centers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus undulatus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Asparagus undulatus

Asparagus undulatus can be found in the Hawaiian Islands.

Asparagus undulatus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus undulatus?

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

What type of soil does Asparagus undulatus prefer?

Asparagus undulatus prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What type of climate does Asparagus undulatus prefer?

Asparagus undulatus 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,

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