Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oberm.) Fellingham & N.L.Mey.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 25: 206 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631342
Common Names
- Aggregatus Asparagus
- Giant Asparagus
- Giant Aggregatus Asparagus
Synonyms
- Protasparagus aggregatus Oberm. [unknown]
Description
Asparagus aggregatus (also called Asparagus aggregatus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Asparagus aggregatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asparagus aggregatus is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asparagus aggregatus is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers. It is propagated by seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Asparagus aggregatus
Asparagus aggregatus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Asparagus aggregatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asparagus aggregatus?
Asparagus aggregatus
What is the natural habitat of Asparagus aggregatus?
Tropical and subtropical forests
What are the common names of Asparagus aggregatus?
Clustered Asparagus
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,