Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
minor
ID:
674080

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maxim.) Makino

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 7: 323 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673412



Common Names

  • Liriope minor
  • Dwarf liriope
  • Lilyturf


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Synonyms

  • Liriope cernua (Koidz.) Masam. [unknown]
  • Mondo cernuum Koidz. [unknown]
  • Mondo tokyoense Nakai [unknown]
  • Ophiopogon minor (Maxim.) Masam. [unknown]
  • Ophiopogon spicatus minor Maxim. [unknown]
  • Liriope spicata minor (Maxim.) C.H.Wright [unknown]
  • Liriope graminifolia minor (Maxim.) Baker [unknown]
  • Liriope cernua albiflora Murai [unknown]
  • Liriope minor albiflora (Murai) Okuyama [unknown]

Description

Liriope minor (also called Dwarf lilyturf, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen grass native to China. It is a low-growing, spreading grass with small, dark green leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Liriope minor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liriope minor is a small, bell-shaped, white or pink flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liriope minor is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to China and is hardy in USDA zones 6-9. It prefers partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by division in spring or summer.

Where to Find Liriope minor

Liriope minor can be found in East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Liriope minor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liriope minor?

Liriope minor

What type of soil does Liriope minor prefer?

Liriope minor prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the best climate for Liriope minor?

Liriope minor prefers a temperate climate with plenty of sunlight.

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-279459: Based on the initial data import
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.