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Asparagus falcatus
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!