Regal Fern, or African Asparagus (Asparagus africanus), is not a true fern but a climbing asparagus with fern-like foliage. It produces orange berries and is used ornamentally.
| Family: | Liliaceae (lil-ee-AY-see-ee) |
| Genus: | Asparagus (a-SPARE-uh-gus) |
| Species: | africanus (af-ri-KAHN-us) |
| Synonym: | Asparagus asiaticus |
| Synonym: | Protasparagus africanus |
Stems are climbing, up to 3 m, with fine, needle-like cladodes (leaf-like structures) in clusters, giving a ferny appearance. Small white flowers are followed by orange-red berries.
Native to Africa. Grows in forests and thickets. In cultivation, provide support to climb, well-drained soil, sun to part shade. Drought-tolerant once established. Can be invasive in warm climates.
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