Asparagus capensis
Also known as: Asparagopsis passerinoides Kunth +1 more
- Asparagopsis passerinoides Kunth
- Protasparagus capensis (L.) Oberm.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Asparagaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Asparagus capensis is a herbaceous perennial within the Asparagaceae family. It is found natively in Africa. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. There are naturally occurring varieties of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces, Namibia
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms