Asparagus benguellensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benguellensis
ID:
632308
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 1: 253 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631640
Common Names
- Benguela Asparagus
- Asparagus Benguellensis
- Benguela Asparagus Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asparagus benguellensis (also called Benguela Asparagus, among many other common names) is a species of asparagus in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to Angola and Namibia. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in limestone hills.
Uses & Benefits
Asparagus benguellensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a groundcover in some parts of the world.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asparagus benguellensis is a small, white flower. The seed is a small, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asparagus benguellensis is an herbaceous perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in an area with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Asparagus benguellensis
Asparagus benguellensis is native to the African countries of Angola and Namibia. It is found in dry deciduous forests, often in rocky habitats.
Asparagus benguellensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asparagus benguellensis?
Asparagus benguellensis
What is the natural habitat of Asparagus benguellensis?
It is native to tropical Africa.
What is the growth habit of Asparagus benguellensis?
It is an evergreen, climbing shrub.
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-274963: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.