Smilax. A lovely foliage houseplant with shiny foliage which remains fresh for a long time when used for flower arranging. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers June to July. Fruits August to September. Partial shade and Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C. May cause skin allergy/fruits harmful if eaten.
Asparagus asparagoides
A lovely foliage houseplant with shiny foliage which remains fresh for a long time when used for flower arranging
Additional information
| Generic | Asparagus |
|---|---|
| Species | asparagoides |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Smilax |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Partial shade, Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Spread | 1.5m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, Trailing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | black |
| Fruits When | August, September |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Mist regularly, Water sparingly in winter, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Cut flower, Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | May cause skin allergy/fruits harmful if eaten |
| Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | Early spring |
| Pests and diseases | Scale, Red spider mite |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Requires support |
| Propagation | Division, Seed |
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