Asparagus aphyllus subsp. aphyllus
Also known as: Asparagus agul Forssk. ex Schult. & Schult.f. +5 more
- Asparagus agul Forssk. ex Schult. & Schult.f.
- Asparagus aphyllus f. macroclados Cout.
- Asparagus aphyllus f. microclados Cout.
- Asparagus aphyllus var. bovei Baker
- Asparagus erinaceus Borzì & Mattei
- Asparagus phyllacanthus Lam.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Asparagaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Asparagus aphyllus subsp. aphyllus is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Asparagaceae family. Found natively in Africa, Temperate Asia, and Europe, this subspecies is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Asparagus aphyllus, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA, ASIA-TEMPERATE, EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Arabian Peninsula, Northern Africa, Southeastern Europe, Southwestern Europe, Western Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Algeria, Baleares, Egypt, Italy, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Portugal, Sardegna, Saudi Arabia, Sicilia, Spain, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkey-in-Europe
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Bulgaria
Base Species & Variations