Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
yanyuanensis
ID:
636224

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.C.Chen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 19: 501 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635556



Common Names

  • Asparagus yanyuanensis
  • Yanyuan Asparagus
  • Chinese Asparagus


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Description

Asparagus yanyuanensis (also called 'Yanyuan Asparagus', among many other common names) is an evergreen, climbing shrub with white flowers and small, dark green leaves. It is native to China, where it is found in dry to mesic forests and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus yanyuanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Asparagus yanyuanensis are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are green and have needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus yanyuanensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Asparagus yanyuanensis

Asparagus yanyuanensis can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Asparagus yanyuanensis FAQ

What type of soil does Asparagus yanyuanensis prefer?

Asparagus yanyuanensis prefers well-drained, acidic soil with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Asparagus yanyuanensis?

Asparagus yanyuanensis prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What kind of light does Asparagus yanyuanensis need?

Asparagus yanyuanensis prefers bright, indirect light.

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-275368: Based on the initial data import
Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.