
Asparagus asparagoides
Scrambler or climber with beautiful glossy foliage. Single tiny sweetly scented flowers are borne in the axil and are immediately followed by black berries. The roots are rhizomatous and form numerous root tubers
This plant is found West of the tennis courts.
Insects love the flowers. The roots are traditionally used to treat sore eyes.
Family Name:
ASPARAGACEAE
Common Name:
Cape smilax (Eng.); krulkransie (Afr.)
Plant Height:
Up to 3m
Flower Colour:
White
Flowering Time:
July, August, September
Asparagus asparagoides
Family Name: ASPARAGACEAECommon Name: Cape smilax (Eng.); krulkransie (Afr.)
Up to 3m White July, August, September
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