Plant Facts

Asparagus falcatus

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Name
Asparagus falcatus is commonly called sicklethorn and is one of the asparagus ferns.

Description
It has delicate, soft needle leaves on long thin stems with very fine thorns.

Origin
South and west Africa, Sri Lanka, the Canary Islands and the Mediterranean

Family
Liliaceae (Lily)

Varieties
There are several varieties of asparagus ferns such as Asparagus setaceus (asparagus fern), Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri' (emerald feather or sprengeri fern).

Care Tips
It thrives best in a light or semi-shaded spot, likes regular watering and its roots are strong enough to break through a container - so remember to re-pot in good time!


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Asparagus falcatus