Foxtail Fern. A lovely foliage houseplant with arching foxtail-like fronds. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 40cm. 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 densiflorus meyeri
A lovely foliage houseplant with arching foxtail-like fronds
Additional information
| Generic | Asparagus |
|---|---|
| Species | densiflorus |
| Varietry | meyeri |
| Common Name | Foxtail Fern |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Partial shade, Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | red |
| 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 |
| Propagation | Division, Seed |
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