Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
acutifolius
ID:
631811

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 314 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631143

Common Names

  • Acutifolius Asparagus
  • Asparagus Acutifolius
  • Acutifolius Asparagus

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Synonyms

  • Asparagus acutifolius achhalii Valdés [unknown]
  • Asparagus acutifolius brachyclados Bornm. [unknown]
  • Asparagus acutifolius gracilis Baker [unknown]
  • Asparagus acutifolius mitis P.Palau [unknown]
  • Asparagus aetnensis Tornab. [unknown]
  • Asparagus ambiguus DC. [unknown]
  • Asparagus brevifolius Tornab. [unknown]
  • Asparagus commutatus Ten. [unknown]
  • Asparagus corruda Scop. [unknown]
  • Asparagus inarimensis Tornab. [unknown]
  • Asparagus acutifolius eremicus O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Asparagus acutifolius commutatus (Ten.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Asparagus acutifolius ambiguus (De Not.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Asparagus acutifolius brevifolius (Tornab.) Nyman [unknown]

Description

Asparagus acutifolius (also called 'Asparagus Fern', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, needle-like leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus acutifolius is an edible plant that is often used in cooking. It is known for its tender shoots and can also be used as a garnish or a salad ingredient.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Asparagus acutifolius are white, bell-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus acutifolius is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division of the rootball. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Asparagus acutifolius

Asparagus acutifolius is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia and can be found in dry, sunny areas.

Asparagus acutifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus acutifolius?

Asparagus acutifolius

What is the common name of Asparagus acutifolius?

Asparagus Fern

What type of plant is Asparagus acutifolius?

Perennial herb

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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