Synonyms in a broader sense Latin name: Asparagus officinalis Folk name: Spurgewort, Aspars Family: Asparagus Plant description The asparagus plant is anchored in the soil by a woody rootstock with thick root fibers. In spring, finger-thick shoots sprout, our popular vegetable asparagus. If they are not harvested, the stems grow up to 1m long, forming … Asparagus
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Stem plant Liliaceae. Medicinal drug Asparagi rhizoma (radix) – asparagus, asparagus root. Asparagi herba – asparagus herb Preparations Asparagi pulvis – asparagus powder Effects Diuretic Indications In folk medicine as a diuretic. Commission E evaluates the use negatively. Adverse effects Allergy
