Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dracaenoides
ID:
674182

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673514



Common Names

  • Erica uysii
  • Uys' Heath
  • Uys' Bell Heather


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Synonyms

  • Mondo dracaenoides (Baker) Farw. [unknown]
  • Flueggea dracaenoides Baker [unknown]

Description

Ophiopogon dracaenoides (also called Dragon's Beard, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small white flowers. It is native to East Asia and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon dracaenoides is an evergreen perennial plant with long, narrow leaves. It is often used as a ground cover in areas that are difficult to mow. It is also a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiopogon dracaenoides has small, white to pink flowers that are borne in clusters in the leaf axils. The flowers are followed by small, brown, four-angled seeds. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves that are densely covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon dracaenoides is a low-growing evergreen perennial native to China. It is hardy in USDA zones 7-10 and prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in early spring. Dig up the clumps of plants and divide them into smaller clumps, making sure each clump has some roots attached. Plant the divisions in a prepared bed and keep them moist until they are established.

Where to Find Ophiopogon dracaenoides

Ophiopogon dracaenoides can be found in the Himalayas, China, Japan, and Korea.

Ophiopogon dracaenoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon dracaenoides?

Ophiopogon dracaenoides

What type of plant is Ophiopogon dracaenoides?

Ophiopogon dracaenoides is a perennial

What is the natural habitat of Ophiopogon dracaenoides?

Ophiopogon dracaenoides 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-279469: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.