Description
Botanical name | Asparagus aethiopicus | ||||
Common name | Asparagus fern | ||||
Family | Liliaceae | ||||
About | Evergreen shrubs remarkable for absence of functional leaves, leaves are replaced by leaf like cladodes. On maturity, the plants become woody & sharp spines can also be developed. | ||||
Category | House plant | ||||
Plant type | Perennial | ||||
Origin | South Africa | ||||
Potting medium | Use well drained, aerated, loamy, organic matter enriched potting medium GrowpoT–H. Sterilised to reduce the risk of fungal infection & root rot. pH level 6.5 – 6.8. | ||||
Light | The asparagus fern thrives well in diffused light; Acclimatisation in higher light is possible but must not be kept in direct or bright sunlight. | ||||
Irrigation | The plant tolerate humidity, Misting on foliage is beneficial, irrigate the medium moderately to keep it moist.
For tap water, preserve the water 24 hrs to minimise the presence of salts, chlorine, fluoride etc. |
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Fertigation | Particulars | Dose | Schedule | Mode | |
Summer | winter | ||||
GROWMUSS | 5 gm / 8” pot | 15 Days | 30 Days | Soil application | |
Neem Bahar | 5 gm / 8” pot | 15 Days | 30 Days | Soil application | |
Micro nutrient | gROWMIN SUPER (f) | 2 gm / litre | 15 Days | 30 Days | Foliar spray |
Black cobra① | 3 ml / litre | ① Alternative | |||
Pest control | Growneem | 3 ml / litre | 15 Days | 15 Days | Foliar spray |
Toxicity | Toxic to pets & human. | ||||
Toxic chemical | NA | ||||
Symptom | Allergic dermatitis with repeated dermal exposure. Berry ingestion could result in gastric upset (vomiting, abdominal pain, or diarrhoea). |
Deliverable
Standard Pot – Plastic pot (Click here to see)
· Pot size – 4 inch to 6 inch
· Plant Size – 6 inch to 24 inch (The size may vary based on the availability of the plant/s)
Potting Medium – Coco-peat/ Soil (as and where applicable).
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