Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
burchellii
ID:
632439

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 14: 618 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631771

Common Names

  • Asparagus burchellii
  • Burchell's Asparagus
  • Asparagus of Burchell

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Synonyms

  • Protasparagus burchellii (Baker) Oberm. [unknown]

Description

Asparagus burchellii (also called Burchell's Asparagus Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial native to South Africa. It has short, bright green, needle-like leaves and produces small white flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus burchellii 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 burchellii is small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus burchellii 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 burchellii

Asparagus burchellii can be found in the tropical regions of Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Asparagus burchellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus burchellii?

Asparagus burchellii

How big does Asparagus burchellii grow?

Asparagus burchellii can grow up to 3 feet tall.

What is the natural habitat of Asparagus burchellii?

Asparagus burchellii is native to the deserts of South Africa.

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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