Shatavari

Asparagus racemosus

Climbing Indian relative of edible asparagus with feathery foliage and white fragrant flowers. Roots are a major Ayurvedic female reproductive tonic.

Hardiness ratings

Shatavari hardiness across the four zone systems
SystemRatingTemperature rangeHow to read it
USDA hardiness zone Zone 7–11 −17.8 °C to 10 °C Plant tolerates down to this zone
RHS hardiness rating H5 −15 °C to −10 °C Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance
Canadian plant hardiness zone Zone 7–9 −12 °C and warmer Plant tolerates down to this zone
Australian (ANBG) zone Zone 3–7 −5 °C and warmer Plant tolerates down to this zone

Growing notes

  • Ornamental as well as medicinal — fine ferny foliage works well as a backdrop plant
  • Always consult a qualified medical or herbal practitioner before using any plant medicinally

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Reference

Shatavari on Wikipedia