Asparagus plumosus
Family Asparagaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Invasive [Weeds of National Significance; NSW's Noxious Weeds] |
| Common names | Asparagus-fern, Climbing Asparagus-fern, Ferny Asparagus, Lace-fern |
| Synonyms | Asparagus plumosus var. nanus Hort.; Asparagus setaceus (Kunth) Jessop; Protasparagus plumosus (Baker) Oberm.; Protasparagus setaceus (Kunth) Oberm |
| Longevity | Perennial |
| Growth form | Vine/scrambler/climber |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Fleshy fruit/Edible/Aril |
| Maximum height (m) | 5 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
| Native range | Southern and eastern Africa |
| Exotic range (Australia) | NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA, Lord Howe Island, Norfolk Island |
| Exotic range (other) | Indian Ocean Islands, North America, Oceania, Pacific Ocean Islands, South America |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Bushland, Disturbed areas (including trails), Forest, Roadsides, Urban areas, gardens and parks, Woodlands |
| Soil type (exotic) | Information unavailable |
| Decade of introduction | 1880 |
National Climate Change Impact
Invasive Class 3
The area of suitable habitat and the habitat suitability of observations, for this species, are projected to decrease or remain the same under RCP 8.5 2065 compared to current climate suitability.
Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences
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Current suitable habitat
2035 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
2065 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
Recorded occurrences
(Australia)
Recorded occurrences
(global)
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