Adenogramma asparagoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asparagoides
ID:
520849
Status:
valid
Authors:
Adamson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 21: 88 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520181
Common Names
- Adenogramma Asparagoides
- Asparagus-Like Adenogramma
- Asparagus-Like Adenogramma Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adenogramma asparagoides (also called Asparagus Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to South Africa. It has a creeping stem and small, needle-like leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Adenogramma asparagoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adenogramma asparagoides has a small white flower with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Adenogramma asparagoides can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and full sun. It is a short-lived perennial, so it should be divided every two to three years to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Adenogramma asparagoides
Adenogramma asparagoides is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Adenogramma asparagoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenogramma asparagoides?
Adenogramma asparagoides
What type of plant is Adenogramma asparagoides?
A perennial shrub
What is the natural habitat of Adenogramma asparagoides?
It is found in rocky areas and dry coastal scrub
Species in the Adenogramma genus
Species in the Molluginaceae family
Adenogramma asparagoides, Adenogramma capillaris, Adenogramma congesta, Adenogramma glomerata, Adenogramma lichtensteiniana, Adenogramma littoralis, Adenogramma mollugo, Adenogramma physocalyx, Adenogramma rigida, Adenogramma sylvatica, Adenogramma teretifolia, Coelanthum grandiflorum, Coelanthum semiquinquefidum, Coelanthum verticillatum, Glinus bainesii, Glinus herniarioides, Glinus lotoides, Glinus microphyllus, Glinus oppositifolius, Glinus orygioides, Glinus radiatus, Glinus runkewitzii, Glinus sessiliflorus, Glinus setiflorus, Glischrothamnus ulei, Hypertelis angrae-pequenae, Hypertelis arenicola, Hypertelis bowkeriana, Hypertelis caespitosa, Hypertelis salsoloides, Hypertelis spergulacea, Hypertelis trachysperma, Mollugo verticillata, Mollugo pinosia, Mollugo nudicaulis, Mollugo cerviana, Mollugo fragilis, Mollugo angustifolia, Mollugo namaquensis, Mollugo pusilla, Mollugo tenella, Mollugo walteri, Mollugo decandra, Mollugo caespitosa, Mollugo pentaphylla, Mollugo stricta, Mollugo snodgrassii, Mollugo crockeri, Mollugo flavescens, Mollugo floriana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2621760: Based on the initial data import
Robert Stephen Adamson (1885-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adamson' in the authors string.