Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
graminifolia
ID:
674058

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 14: 538 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673390



Common Names

  • Liriope graminifolia
  • Lilyturf
  • Monkeygrass


Searching for Liriope graminifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Asparagus graminifolius L. [unknown]
  • Ophiopogon spicatus (Thunb.) Hook. [illegitimate]
  • Slateria repens Siebold [unknown]
  • Liriope minor angustissima (Ohwi) S.S.Ying [unknown]
  • Liriope angustissima Ohwi [unknown]
  • Liriope crassiuscula Ohwi [unknown]
  • Mondo graminifolium (L.) Koidz. [unknown]
  • Ophiopogon graminifolius (L.) H.R.Wehrh. [unknown]
  • Convallaria spicata Thunb. [unknown]
  • Dracaena graminifolia (L.) L. [unknown]
  • Globeria autumnalis Raf. [unknown]
  • Globeria spicata (Thunb.) Raf. [unknown]

Description

Liriope graminifolia (also called Lilyturf, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen grass-like perennial in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to East Asia and is found in moist, shady areas. It has small, white flowers and grows up to 0.5 meters tall.

Uses & Benefits

Liriope graminifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Liriope graminifolia has white or pink flowers that are bell-shaped and have a sweet scent. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and white flowers.

Searching for Liriope graminifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Liriope graminifolia is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Liriope graminifolia

Liriope graminifolia is native to East Asia, particularly in China, Japan, and Korea.

Liriope graminifolia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Liriope graminifolia?

Liriope graminifolia is native to East Asia.

What is the best soil type for Liriope graminifolia?

Liriope graminifolia prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.

How much sunlight does Liriope graminifolia need?

Liriope graminifolia prefers partial shade to full sun.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-279457: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.