Wild asparagus, Asparagus fern
Asparagus plumosus

Family: Asparagaceae

What it is like

An evergreen vine. It grows 2 m high. The stems are slender and twining. They are green and have prickles. The leaves are dark green and like feathers. The flowers are small and white. The fruit are very small berries.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It is best in a rich, well-drained soil. It needs a protected sunny position. It is resistant to frost but damaged by drought.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Australia, East Africa, Eswatini, Europe, Mozambique, Myanmar, Niue, Pacific, Samoa, SE Asia, Slovenia, Southern Africa, Swaziland, Zambia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Shoots

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Akemya-nsyinge, Inhacatze, Kanyut-gale, Kuangulatilo, Puhasti asparagus, Peresasti beluš

Synonyms

Asparagus setaceus (Kunth) Jessop;