Asparagus albus

Physical Characteristics

Asparagus albus is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Europe - W. and C. Mediterranean. N. Africa.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Shoots Stem Edible Uses: Young shoots - cooked[46, 61, 177]. A poor substitute for the cultivated asparagus[2].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known