How to grow and care for Asparagus aphyllus L.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Asparagus aphyllus L., Spiny Asparagus
Asparagus aphyllus L. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 14 days
Water
How to water Asparagus aphyllus L.
How often should I water?
check Asparagus aphyllus L. Every 14 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
The soil should be at least 90% dry before watering again. this means about every 2 weeks in the warm season and about every 4 weeks in the cold season
Signs that it really needs water
leaves look a little wrinkled
Light & Location
How much light does a Asparagus aphyllus L. need?
Bright direct
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Asparagus aphyllus L. likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-32
-32~40℃
45
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Asparagus aphyllus L. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
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Asparagus aphyllus L. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy!
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Asparagus aphyllus L. is a member of Asparagaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Hardiness Zone | 2 - 11 |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Asparagus |
| Species | Asparagus aphyllus |
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