Asparagus virgatus
Asparagus virgatus | |
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Asparagus virgatus cultivation | |
Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Monocots |
Order: | Asparagales |
Family: | Asparagaceae |
Subfamily: | Asparagoideae |
Genus: | Asparagus |
Species: | A. virgatus
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Binomial name | |
Asparagus virgatus | |
Synonyms | |
Asparagus sylvaticus Burch. ex Baker |
Asparagus virgatus is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family.[1] It indigenous to South Eastern Africa. It is also known as tree fern, tiki fern,[2] and African broom fern.[3] Asparagus virgatus is a member of the genus Asparagus, and not a true fern.
Description
The plant grows several fine bushy stems with needle like leaves, reaching over one meter in length. This
This plant can be found growing in the shady undergrowth, especially along rivers. Although water loving, this plant is able to survive with little water.
Uses
Unlike edible
Cut flower industry
A. virgatus is of commercial value, used world wide in the
When combined with rose, gerbera, and other focal flowers it forms an attractive floral display. Vase life is typically two weeks. High quality stems can be identified by the fresh green color, and stem length.
Major producing areas include South Africa, Central America, Florida, Israel, and the Near East.
References
- ^ "Asparagus virgatus Baker". Plants of the World Online. The Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. n.d. Retrieved July 15, 2020.
- ^ Florida Agriculture http://www.florida-agriculture.com/consumers/tree_fern.htm
- ^ Plant Database "Asparagus virgatus - African broom fern". Archived from the original on 2012-04-06. Retrieved 2011-11-16.