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Asparagus burchellii

Family: Asparagaceae


What it is like

A shrub. It has many branches and woody stems. It grows 50 cm to 2 m tall. It has large prickles. The flowers are at the tips of the branches.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa


How it is used for food

The plant is eaten as a vegetable.

Edible parts

Plant, vegetable


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Protoasparagus burchellii (Baker) Oberm.;