Asparagus setaceus
Asparagus setaceus, commonly known as the Asparagus Fern, is a delicate ornamental plant cherished for its feathery, needle-like foliage. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, various species within the Asparagus genus have been utilized in traditional medicine to support kidney health, reduce inflammation, and promote overall vitality through herbal applications.
- Scientific name: Asparagus setaceus
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized into the order Asparagales and the family Asparagaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is found within the genus Asparagus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Asparagaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Asparagus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Asparagus setaceus, is recognized by various common names across different languages and cultures. In Chinese, it is called 文竹 (Wénzhú), while in German, it is referred to as Feder-Spargel. It carries the name Tāupoʻou in Tahitian, and in Arabic, it is known as هليون ناعم. Additionally, in Polish, the plant is commonly called Szparag pierzasty.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 文竹 | Wikidata |
| de | Feder-Spargel | Wikidata |
| to | Tāupoʻou | Wikidata |
| ar | هليون ناعم | Wikidata |
| pl | Szparag pierzasty | Wikidata |
| ku | Çavmarka pûrtik | Wikidata |
| fi | unelma | Wikidata |
| vi | Măng leo | Wikidata |
| sv | Fjädersparris | Wikidata |
| uk | Аспарагус перистий | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across several distinct European regions. In Middle Europe, its presence can be identified within the borders of Germany. Moving toward the Mediterranean, it is found throughout Southwestern Europe, specifically in Spain and the Baleares. Its distribution extends further into Southeastern Europe, where it grows in Greece. Finally, the species can be located in the Macaronesian islands, specifically within the Azores.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Azores | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Madeira | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
Chemicals
Asparagus setaceus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 20-hydroxyecdysone, ajugasterone C, ecdysone.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 20-hydroxyecdysone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ajugasterone C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ecdysone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |