Asparagus

Tamil Dictionary definitions for Asparagus

Asparagus : ஒருவித சுவையுள்ள தோட்டக் கீரை

Asparagus : ஒருவித சுவையுள்ள தோட்டக் கீரை

Asparagus definition

Noun.

  1. A genus of perennial plants belonging to the natural order Liliaceae, and having erect much branched stems, and very slender branchlets which are sometimes mistaken for leaves. Asparagus racemosus is a shrubby climbing plant with fragrant flowers. Specifically: The Asparagus officinalis, a species cultivated in gardens.
  2. The young and tender shoots of A. officinalis, which form a valuable and well-known article of food.