Asphodelus macrocarpus

Asphodelus macrocarpus is a herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the genus Asphodelus of the Asphodelaceae family. The Latin name macrocarpus of this species derives from the Greek μακρός (meaning large) and καρπειον (meaning fruit), referred to the size of the fruits.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Asphodelus macrocarpus 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

• Asphodelus albus
• Asphodelus cerasiferus
• Asphodelus ramosus
• Asphodelus aestivus

Classification

Kingdom

Plantae

Phylum

Tracheophyta

Class

Liliopsida

Order

Asparagales

Family

Asphodelaceae

Genus

Asphodelus

Species

Asphodelus macrocarpus

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