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About
Also known as the foxtail fern or plume fern, *Asparagus densiflorus* is a popular, evergreen perennial plant valued for its dense, plume-like foliage. It is related to edible asparagus but is not a true fern.
Field notes
Morphology
The species features dense plumes of foliage, with the 'Meyersii' cultivar being a particularly valued compact form.
Distribution & habitat
Native to the Cape Provinces, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Northern Provinces in South Africa, as well as Eswatini (Swaziland) and the Inhaca Islands of Mozambique.
Cultivation notes
As it cannot tolerate frost, it is usually grown under glass in temperate regions. Numerous cultivars have been developed, and the compact 'Meyersii' form is especially valued in flower arranging.
Habitat
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Cultivation
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