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The origin of asparagus
Asparagus originated in South Africa and distributed in the central, northwest, Yangtze River basin and southern regions of China.

Asparagus, also known as Yunpian Pine, Spine Asparagus and yunzhu, can reach several meters in height. Asparagus has a slightly fleshy root and a soft and long stem. The branches of the stem are many and almost smooth. Leafy branches, setose, slightly trigonous; Scaly leaves slightly spiny or inconspicuous at base. The flowers are white with short stalks, and the flowering period is from September to 10. Berries are purple-black when they are ripe, with 1 to 3 seeds. The fruiting period is from winter to the following spring.

Asparagus is a highly ornamental plant, which can be placed in the living room and study room to purify the air and add a scholarly atmosphere. Root medicine can treat acute tracheitis, and has the function of moistening lung and relieving cough. Asparagus is dominated by potted plants and foliage, fresh and elegant, and the layout of the study is more bookish. Asparagus is slender, tall and beautiful, dense and green, and has a natural posture. It is a good foil for cut flowers, bouquets and flower baskets. Slightly larger disc plants can be placed on the windowsill, and large potted plants are equipped with brackets to make their leaves evenly distributed and can be placed in the corner.