Asparagus falcatus aka Sicklethorn Asparagus

Asparagus falcatus, also known as Sicklethorn, Large Forest Asparagus, Imblekazana, or Doringtou, is a large, thorny, climbing plant native to South Africa and Mozambique. It is commonly used as a security hedge in southern Africa. This perennial plant has lax stems that may develop thorns and twine when mature, requiring support such as a moss pole. Its foliage consists of long, narrow, glossy, dark green leaflets, and it produces sprays of small, white, scented, star-shaped flowers in the summer, followed by red berries. In South Africa, it is found in the forests of the Eastern Cape and Kwazulu Natal, as well as in Mozambique. The plant sends up long shoots from its base of roots and tubers, reaching heights of up to 7 meters. These shoots start off soft and curl around branches or fences, but they soon harden, with downward-pointing thorns that hook onto their support and provide defense. The leaves are dark green, thin, and curved. Asparagus falcatus produces fragrant white blossoms that attract a variety of birds with its bright red berries, each containing a shiny black seed. It can be grown in shady areas of a garden and prefers moist spots, although it can tolerate some sun and drought once established.