Friday, August 22, 2014

Asparagus falcatus, Sicklethorn, Asparagus fern,

Asparagus falcatus

  • Botanical name is Asparagus falcatus. Common names are Sicklethorn, Yellowwood asparagus, Asparagus fern. Grown for its foliage. Local name is asparagus. Thrives well in Lahore (USA hardiness zone 8a- 9b). Belongs to Asparagaceae family. Bloom is white and fragrant. Has red berries. Attractive to birds.  


Perennial. Used around the base of pillar. Photo by Rashad.
Long twining stems. Branches used in floral decorations.Photo by Rashad.
Needs moist soil. Group usage.
Photo by Rashad.

Evergreen. A mound. Photo by Rashad.

Thrives under sun and partial shade.
Photo by Rashad.

Pillaring up. Jinnah Garden.
Photo by Rashad.

Attractive pot plant. Photo by Rashad.

Leaves are like sickle. Light color of new leaves.
Photo by Rashad.

Porch plant. Indoor plant.
Photo by Rashad.

Topiary and hedge with thorn. Photo by Rashad.

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