fern asparagus
Also known as: asparagus fern; feathery asparagus; lace fern
A bushy tuberous perennial developing twining stems to 2.5m tall, with fine feathery bright green foliage, small white flowers and deep purple berries
Scientific classification
- Species
- fern asparagus (Asparagus setaceus)
- Genus
- Asparagus
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Skin allergen, fruits harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
- Toxicity
- Climber Wall Shrub · Conservatory Greenhouse
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Climbing
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
- 15 – 25 °C
- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of fern asparagus
Distribution map
South and East Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
Skin allergen, fruits harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Quick identification of fern asparagus
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fern asparagus care guide
- Keep soil slightly moist, increase water in summer
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
- 15 – 25 °C
- Ideal temperature
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist, increase water in summer
Fertilizing
FertilizingMonthly during growing season
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed in autumn or early spring, germinate at 16°C (61°F). Divide in early spring
Growing
GrowingUnder glass grow in a loam based potting compost such as John Innes No.2 in bright filtered light sheltered from hot sun. Keep frost free. Water freely from spring to mid-autumn; water more sparingly in winter. Pot on in spring. Provide support
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to asparagus beetle, slugs and snails
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