Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
vvedenskyi
ID:
636170

Status:
valid

Authors:
Botsch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 1965: 268 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635502



Common Names

  • Cyrtandra Ligulifera
  • Cyrtandra Lillianae
  • Asparagus Warneckei


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Description

Asparagus vvedenskyi (also called Vvedensky's Asparagus, among many other common names) is an evergreen climber or shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in rocky, sandy, and clay soils. It is found in coastal areas, in valleys, and on mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus vvedenskyi is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus vvedenskyi has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, lance-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus vvedenskyi is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune to shape as needed.

Where to Find Asparagus vvedenskyi

Asparagus vvedenskyi is native to the Hawaiian Islands and can be found growing in moist forests and wet cliffs at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Asparagus vvedenskyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus vvedenskyi?

Asparagus vvedenskyi

What is the common name of Asparagus vvedenskyi?

Vvedensky's Asparagus

Where is Asparagus vvedenskyi native to?

Eastern Siberia

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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