Overview of the Red Chile Breeding Program at NMSU

Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis)

• Family Asparagaceae


• Tolerant of heat,
  drought and salinity


• Perennial; productive
  for many years


• Dioecious - male and
  female plants


• Modern varieties all
  male, so more spear
  production

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