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Asparagus setaceus

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Description
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!