Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
jiangchengensis
ID:
711164

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Y.Qian

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Austro Sin. 7: 14 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710497



Common Names

  • Ophiopogon jiangchengensis
  • Jiangchengensis Ophiopogon
  • Ophiopogon Jiangchengensis


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Description

Ophiopogon jiangchengensis (also called Jiangcheng Ophiopogon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and lanceolate to oblong leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon jiangchengensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, with five petals. Seed: Small, black, oval-shaped. Seedlings: Long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon jiangchengensis is an evergreen perennial that can reach up to 8 inches in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Ophiopogon jiangchengensis

Ophiopogon jiangchengensis is native to China and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Ophiopogon jiangchengensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon jiangchengensis?

Ophiopogon jiangchengensis

What is the common name of Ophiopogon jiangchengensis?

Mondo Grass

What is the natural habitat of Ophiopogon jiangchengensis?

It is native to China and is found growing in moist, shady areas.

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-283362: Based on the initial data import
Yi Yong Qian (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Y.Qian' in the authors string.