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Asparagus racemosus
Asparagus racemosus Willd.Herb
Asparagus racemosus is a species of asparagus native from Africa through southern Asia, including the Indian subcontinent, to northern Australia. It grows 1–2 m tall and prefers to take root in gravelly, rocky soils high up in piedmont plains, at 1,300–1,400 m (4,300–4,600 ft) elevation. It was botanically described in 1799.88
FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusAsparagus
NativeSouth Asia
LifespanPerennial
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Botanical Information
Scientific NameAsparagus racemosus
Common NameAsparagus racemosus Willd.
FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusAsparagus
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Pests & Diseases
- Aphids
- Whiteflies
- Spider mites
- Mealybugs
- Thrips
- Leaf spot
- Root rot
- Powdery mildew
- Rust
Additional Notes Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is the national flower of Malaysia and a popular ornamental plant used in hedges, borders, and containers.