Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)
Scientific Name: Asparagus racemosus — Wild asparagus.
Native Home: Indian subcontinent and parts of Asia.
Height: 1–2 metres, with climbing stems.
Lifespan: Several years as a perennial plant.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Not used for timber; valued for its medicinal roots.
Harvesting: Mature roots are carefully dug up and cleaned.
Age to Harvest: Roots are commonly harvested after about 18–24 months, depending on growing conditions.
Products: Dried roots, root powder, extracts, and traditional herbal preparations.
- History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Used in Ayurveda, particularly in traditional preparations associated with women's health and digestion.
Global Spread: Native to South Asia and cultivated commercially in India and other warm regions.
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