School of Horticulture
Plant Database
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Scientific Name: | Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri' |
Pronunciation: | uh-SPARE-uh-gus den-see-FLOR-us |
Common Name: | Sprengeri asparagus fern |
Family Name: | Asparagaceae |
Plant Type: | Flowering cut plant, Indoor foliage plant |
Key ID Features: | Foliage is needle-like and resembles a fern; tiny thorns present. |
Course(s): | HORT 1193/1293 |
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Propagation: | Seed, Division - below ground parts |
Plant Care: | |
Optimal Temp.: | Medium indoor temperature |
Light Level: | Medium indoor light level |
Maintenance: | Medium |
Other: | Requires frequent repotting or division. |
Pest Susceptibility: | Aphids or adelgids, Mites, |
Location(s): (GNH) GreeNHouse Location Map |