Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ophiopogonoides
ID:
642944

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 5: 296 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642276



Common Names

  • Clara ophiopogonoides
  • Ophiopogonoides Clara
  • Clara Plant


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Synonyms

  • Herreria ophiopogonoides (Kunth) Hauman & Vanderv. [unknown]
  • Chlorophytum elongatum Baker [unknown]
  • Herreria ophiopogonoides (Kunth) Benth. [unknown]

Description

Clara ophiopogonoides (also called Clara's ophiopogon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China and Japan. It has a creeping rhizome and lanceolate leaves. It grows in open forests, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Clara ophiopogonoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clara ophiopogonoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow-tipped petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedling has a single pair of oval-shaped leaves with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clara ophiopogonoides can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Clara ophiopogonoides

Clara ophiopogonoides is native to tropical Africa and Asia.

Clara ophiopogonoides FAQ

What type of plant is Clara ophiopogonoides?

Clara ophiopogonoides is an evergreen shrub.

Where does Clara ophiopogonoides grow?

Clara ophiopogonoides is native to South America and grows in moist, shady areas.

What are the uses of Clara ophiopogonoides?

Clara ophiopogonoides is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal herb.

Species in the Clara genus

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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