Asparagus setaceus (Asparagaceae) Evergreen climber

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Asparagus setaceus
Evergreen climber
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The Asparagus setaceus plant species is found in S. Africa. It is a member of the Asparagaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Protasparagus setaceus. (Kunth.)Oberm.

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Latin Name:  Asparagus setaceus
Family:  Asparagaceae
Author:  (Kunthe.)Jessop.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Mainly in forests, Swellandem to Humansdorp.

Propagation Notes: Seed - presoak for 12 hours in warm water and then sow in spring or as soon as the seed is ripe in early autumn in a greenhouse. It usually germinates in 3 - 6 weeks at 25°c[134]. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in a sunny position in the greenhouse for their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer[K]. Division in early spring as the plant comes into growth.

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