PatternBaseShatavari
Asparagus racemosus, Asparagaceae
Zones
9–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
Ground CoverDynamic AccumulatorBeneficial Insect Habitat
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)
Water
Moderate (established)High (seedling)
Soil pH
6 – 8
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Chinese AconiteAconitum carmichaelii
Chinese aconite contains highly toxic aconitine alkaloids that are strongly allelopathic and can inhibit growth of other medicinal herbs including shatavari.
American PokeweedPhytolacca decandraAmerican Pokeweed's large leaves create dense shade that may suppress Shatavari growth, plus potential allelopathic interactions
Uses
Functions
Medicinal ProductionSoil ImprovementErosion Control
Edible Parts
Young ShootsTubers
Medicinal Uses
Female Reproductive HealthGalactagogueDigestive SupportAdaptogenic
Common Questions
What zones does Shatavari grow in?
Shatavari grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.
What are good companion plants for Shatavari?
Good companions for Shatavari include Wild Turmeric, Belleric Myrobalan.
Design guilds with Shatavari and see companion relationships visually.
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