Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aethiopicus
ID:
631893

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1770

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. : 1 (1770)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631225

Common Names

  • Asparagus Aethiopicus
  • African Asparagus
  • Ethiopian Asparagus

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Synonyms

  • Asparagopsis aethiopica Kunth [unknown]
  • Asparagopsis lancea Kunth [unknown]
  • Asparagus aculeatus hort. [unknown]
  • Asparagus laetus Salisb. [unknown]
  • Asparagus lanceus Thunb. [unknown]
  • Asparagus maximus hort. [unknown]
  • Protasparagus aethiopicus (L.) Oberm. [unknown]

Description

Asparagus aethiopicus (also called Asparagus aethiopicus var. aethiopicus, among many other common names) is an evergreen climbing shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It has long, thin stems and small, bright green leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in open grasslands, wastelands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus aethiopicus is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asparagus aethiopicus is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus aethiopicus is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Asparagus aethiopicus

Asparagus aethiopicus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Asparagus aethiopicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus aethiopicus?

Asparagus aethiopicus

What is the common name of Asparagus aethiopicus?

Asparagus Fern

What type of plant is Asparagus aethiopicus?

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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