Asparagus densiflorus Sprengeri

Asparagus densiflorus Sprengeri

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Common Names

Asparagus Fern (english)Katstert-aspersie (afrikaans)isiqobola (zulu)

Taxonomy

Family ASPARAGACEAE
Genus Asparagus
Species densiflorus
SA Plant Number
Basionym Asparagus densiflorus Sprengeri

Description

Asparagus densiflorus ‘Sprengeri' is a hardy, evergreen, drought- resistant, scrambling,  perennial. This cultivar of Asparagus densiflorus has long, delicate, gracefully arching stems with short needle-like leaves.

Fragrant, small, white, star-like flowers are borne from November to April and are followed by beautiful, red berries, which attract birds to the garden.

A beautiful plant for a dense border in shady areas and makes a good container plant. With its feathery foliage and arching habit, it makes a great hanging basket. It also grows well indoors.

Grows well in light shade, semi-shade or sun. Cut the older bare stems off to keep it looking neat. It has many medicinal and traditional uses.

Size 25 to 30cm

Seeds

Lifestyle Seeds may have stock of Asparagus densiflorus Sprengeri seeds.

Wildlife

Birds: Birds eat the red berries of Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri'

Uses

Landscaping: Ideal for a hardy, luscious, dense border in shady areas.

Distribution

Eastern Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga 

Habitat:coastal dunes, Rocky areas, Woodland

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