Asparagus densiflorus
Plume Asparagus
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Plume Asparagus (Asparagus densiflorus) - Description
Asparagus densiflorus (asparagus fern, plume asparagus, foxtail fern) is an evergreen perennial plant, closely related to the vegetable asparagus, and native to southern Africa from Mozambique to South Africa. A. densiflorus has been confused with A. aethiopicus, Sprenger's asparagus, now regarded as a separate species, so that information under the name A.
Plume Asparagus (Asparagus densiflorus) - Blooming
Fragrant white or pink flowers appear in summmer, followed by red, orange, or purple berries.
Plume Asparagus (Asparagus densiflorus) - Growth
Most members of this genus do best with full sun, while some species of ornamental Asparagus can tolerate part shade.
Plume Asparagus (Asparagus densiflorus) - Planting
In autumn or early spring, sow seed at 61°F (16°C). Divide tuber clusters in early spring.
Plume Asparagus (Asparagus densiflorus) - Pest
Crown rot and leaf spots occur, along with rust, anthracnose, and canker. Problems with aphids, spider mites, and slugs.
Plume Asparagus (Asparagus densiflorus) - Interesting facts
Asparagus includes about 300 species found on the sandy and coastal regions of Europe, Asia, and Africa. They are evergreen and deciduous perennials, climbers, and subshrubs, usually producing spindle-shaped tubers.
Plume Asparagus (Asparagus densiflorus) - Soil and irrigation
Needs regular water. From early spring to mid autumn, water freely. In winter, water sparingly. Does well in fertile, moist, but well-drained soil.
