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Mediterranean Asparagus

Asparagus aphyllus

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Found in Portugal.

🇵🇹 Portugal

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Espárragos portugueses
Arabic Sakkoum

Similar Species in Asparagus

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African asparagus fern
Asparagus asparagoides
Not Evaluated
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Asparagus
Asparagus officinalis
Not Evaluated
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Asparagus
Asparagus falcatus
Not Evaluated
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Asparagus fern
Asparagus densiflorus
Not Evaluated
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Chinese Asparagus
Asparagus cochinchinensis
Data Deficient
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Common asparagus fern
Asparagus setaceus
Not Evaluated
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Fern Asparagus
Asparagus filicinus
Data Deficient
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Sprenger's asparagus fern
Asparagus aethiopicus
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mediterranean Asparagus?
The scientific name of Mediterranean Asparagus is Asparagus aphyllus. It belongs to the genus Asparagus.
What is the conservation status of Mediterranean Asparagus?
Mediterranean Asparagus (Asparagus aphyllus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Mediterranean Asparagus live?
Mediterranean Asparagus is found in Found in Portugal.. Countries include Portugal.
What family does Mediterranean Asparagus belong to?
Mediterranean Asparagus (Asparagus aphyllus) belongs to the genus Asparagus, which is part of the taxonomic family Asparagaceae.
Is Mediterranean Asparagus endangered?
No, Mediterranean Asparagus (Asparagus aphyllus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Mediterranean Asparagus belong to?
Mediterranean Asparagus (Asparagus aphyllus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Mediterranean Asparagus?
The closest relatives of Mediterranean Asparagus in the genus Asparagus include African asparagus fern, Asparagus, Asparagus, Asparagus fern, Chinese Asparagus.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Asparagus — 10 Species

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African asparagus fern
Asparagus asparagoides
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Asparagus
Asparagus officinalis
NE 🐾
Asparagus
Asparagus falcatus
NE 🐾
Asparagus fern
Asparagus densiflorus
NE 🐾
Chinese Asparagus
Asparagus cochinchinensis
DD 🐾
Common asparagus fern
Asparagus setaceus
NE 🐾
Fern Asparagus
Asparagus filicinus
DD
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Mediterranean Asparagus
Asparagus aphyllus
LC
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Sprenger's asparagus fern
Asparagus aethiopicus
LC 🐾
Wild Asparagus
Asparagus acutifolius
LC
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