Asparagus Meyers
Asparagus densiflorus 'Meyersii'
Also known as
Asparagus Meyeri, Katstert (Afr.), Foxtail Fern, Asparagus Fern 'Meyersii', Pume Asparagus, Asparagus Meyeri Fern
Starr 080607-7080 Asparagus densiflorus by Forest & Kim Starr (CC BY 3.0)
Full Shade
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Tender
8a-11b
USDA zone
-12°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 50cm |
10cm | Min | 10cm |
Fruiting
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Asparagus Meyers Overview
Asparagus densiflorus 'Meyersii' is a tuberous evergreen fern cultivar with a compact growth habit, growing to around 50cm high. This bright green fern is known for its neat upright growth which resembles a cats or foxes tail, hence the common name Foxtail Fern. It looks particularly lush when planted en-masse but is also useful as a container plant. The graceful arching stems feature feathery needle-like foliage. Tiny white-pink, star-shaped flowers appear in summer, followed by red berries in autumn. The attractive foliage can be used in floral arrangements. This is a common feature plant. ZA Distribution: Eastern Cape.
Common problems with Asparagus Meyers
How to propagate Asparagus Meyers
Division
In Autumn dig up the entire plant. Wash the soil off roots. With sterile secateurs, cut the roots into sections. Each segment can be replanted individually
Seed
Special features of Asparagus Meyers
Attracts birds
Birds such as white-eyes, bulbuls, barbets and robins are attracted to the berr
Indoor plant
Can be used as an indoor pot plant
Drought resistant
Can tolerate periods of drought
Pot plant
Very successful pot plant
Attractive flowers
Attracts bees
Other uses of Asparagus Meyers
Can be used in a terraria.