WeedFutures.net: Species Profile

Asparagus asparagoides

Family Asparagaceae

Species Profile

Species classification	Invasive [Weeds of National Significance; NSW's Noxious Weeds]
Common names	Bridal Creeper, Bridal Veil Creeper, Florist's Smilax, Smilax, Smilax Asparagus
Synonyms	Asparagus asparagoides (L.) W.Wight; Asparagus medeoloides (L.f.) Thunb.; Dracaena medeoloides L.f.; Elachanthera sewelliae F.Muell.; Luzuriaga sewelliae (F.Muell.) K.Krause; Medeola asparagoides L.; Myrsiphyllum asparagoides (L.) Willd.
Longevity	Perennial
Growth form	Herb, Vine/scrambler/climber
Seed dispersal morphology	Fleshy fruit/Edible/Aril
Maximum height (m)	4
Capable of vegetative reproduction	Yes
Native range	Southern Africa
Exotic range (Australia)	NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA, Lord Howe Island
Exotic range (other)	North America, Oceania, Pacific Ocean Islands, South America
Habitat types (exotic)	Agricultural land, Coastal vegetation/sand dunes, Disturbed areas (including trails), Dry sclerophyll forest, Riparian systems, Roadsides, Wet sclerophyll forest, Woodlands
Soil type (exotic)	Alkaline, Fertile, Most soil types, Sandy, Well drained
Decade of introduction	1840

National Climate Change Impact

Invasive Class 3

The area of suitable habitat and the habitat suitability of observations, for this species, are projected to decrease or remain the same under RCP 8.5 2065 compared to current climate suitability.

Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences

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