Asparagus bucharicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bucharicus
ID:
632428
Status:
valid
Authors:
Iljin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 4: 746 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631760
Common Names
- Asparagus bucharicus
- Buchar's Asparagus
- Asparagus of Buchara
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Asparagus bucharicus (also called Buchara Asparagus Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial native to Central Asia. It has short, bright green, needle-like leaves and produces small white flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Asparagus bucharicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a houseplant. It is also used as a food source, as its shoots are edible.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asparagus bucharicus is small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
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Asparagus bucharicus can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division of the rhizomes should be done in the spring or early summer. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two leaves and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Asparagus bucharicus
Asparagus bucharicus can be found in the tropical regions of Central Asia, including Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan.
Asparagus bucharicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asparagus bucharicus?
Asparagus bucharicus
How big does Asparagus bucharicus grow?
Asparagus bucharicus can grow up to 3 feet tall.
What is the natural habitat of Asparagus bucharicus?
Asparagus bucharicus is native to the deserts of Central Asia.
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-274974: Based on the initial data import
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.