Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
clarkei
ID:
674150

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 6: 268 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673482



Common Names

  • Ophiopogon clarkei
  • Clarke's Lilyturf
  • Clarke's Dwarf Lilyturf


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Synonyms

  • Mondo dracaenoides clarkei (Hook.f.) Farw. [unknown]

Description

Ophiopogon clarkei (also called Dwarf Mondo Grass, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that typically grows to 0.2–0.3 m (0.7–1 ft) tall. It is native to East Asia, and is typically found in moist, shady soils in woodland and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon clarkei is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a border plant. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophiopogon clarkei is a small, bell-shaped, white flower. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of fine hairs at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon clarkei is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and should be kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Ophiopogon clarkei

Ophiopogon clarkei can be found in the Mediterranean region, in the Canary Islands, and in the Azores.

Ophiopogon clarkei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon clarkei?

Ophiopogon clarkei

What type of plant is Ophiopogon clarkei?

Ophiopogon clarkei is a perennial

What is the natural habitat of Ophiopogon clarkei?

Ophiopogon clarkei is native to East Asia

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,

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