Asparagus Fern (Asparagus Setaceus) is a perennial vine in the Asparagaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light or bright_indirect_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Asparagus setaceus, commonly known as asparagus fern, is a bushy, evergreen, twining vine with wiry, spiny, scrambling or climbing stems that typically grow to 10-20 feet long. Despite its common name, it is not a true fern but belongs to the asparagus family.

Asparagus Fern
Asparagus Setaceus
Asparagus setaceus, commonly known as asparagus fern, is a bushy, evergreen, twining vine with wiry, spiny, scrambling or climbing stems that typically grow to 10-20 feet long. Despite its common name, it is not a true fern but belongs to the asparagus family.
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