Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acerobracteatus
ID:
836879

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.H.Miao ex W.B.Liao, J.H.Jin & W.Q.Liu

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 44: 492 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836214



Common Names

  • Ophiopogon acerobracteatus
  • Acerobracteatus Ophiopogon
  • Acerobracteatus


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Description

Ophiopogon acerobracteatus (also called Acerobracteate ophiopogon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon acerobracteatus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and is known to be drought tolerant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiopogon acerobracteatus has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon acerobracteatus is a perennial plant that can be grown in a variety of climates. It requires full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Ophiopogon acerobracteatus

Ophiopogon acerobracteatus is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Ophiopogon acerobracteatus FAQ

What is the common name of Ophiopogon acerobracteatus?

The common name of Ophiopogon acerobracteatus is the Acer-bracted Ophiopogon.

What is the natural habitat of Ophiopogon acerobracteatus?

The natural habitat of Ophiopogon acerobracteatus is the tropical forests of South America.

What is the flower color of Ophiopogon acerobracteatus?

The flowers of Ophiopogon acerobracteatus are white or yellowish-green in color.

Species in the Ophiopogon genus

Ophiopogon bockianus, Ophiopogon clarkei, Ophiopogon clavatus, Ophiopogon cordylinoides, Ophiopogon dracaenoides, Ophiopogon griffithii, Ophiopogon intermedius, Ophiopogon jaburan, Ophiopogon japonicus, Ophiopogon longifolius, Ophiopogon malcolmsonii, Ophiopogon micranthus, Ophiopogon reptans, Ophiopogon umbraticola, Ophiopogon tienensis, Ophiopogon tonkinensis, Ophiopogon tsaii, Ophiopogon xylorrhizus, Ophiopogon sylvicola, Ophiopogon zingiberaceus, Ophiopogon sarmentosus, Ophiopogon pierrei, Ophiopogon pingbienensis, Ophiopogon planiscapus, Ophiopogon platyphyllus, Ophiopogon regnieri, Ophiopogon revolutus, Ophiopogon szechuanensis, Ophiopogon sparsiflorus, Ophiopogon stenophyllus, Ophiopogon subverticillatus, Ophiopogon reversus, Ophiopogon peliosanthoides, Ophiopogon mairei, Ophiopogon latifolius, Ophiopogon marmoratus, Ophiopogon megalanthus, Ophiopogon motouensis, Ophiopogon leptophyllus, Ophiopogon angustifoliatus, Ophiopogon siamensis, Ophiopogon kradungensis, Ophiopogon menglianensis, Ophiopogon confertifolius, Ophiopogon jiangchengensis, Ophiopogon yunnanensis, Ophiopogon lushuiensis, Ophiopogon sinensis, Ophiopogon multiflorus, Ophiopogon vietnamensis,

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-373502: Based on the initial data import
Ru Huai Miao (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Miao' in the authors string.
Wen Bo Liao (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.B.Liao' in the authors string.
Jian Hua Jin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Jin' in the authors string.
Wei Qiu Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Q.Liu' in the authors string.