Grey Asparagus (Asparagus horridus)

Grey Asparagus, a reference photo — Photo: Hans Hillewaert · CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

Asparagus horridus is a species of shrub in the family Asparagaceae. They are climbing plants. They have simple, broad leaves and fleshy fruit. Individuals can grow to 1 m (3.3 ft) tall.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Grey Asparagus being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Asparagus aphyllus

Classification

Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Tracheophyta
Class: Liliopsida
Order: Asparagales
Family: Asparagaceae
Genus: Asparagus
Species: Asparagus horridus

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