Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
megalanthus
ID:
708607

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.T.Wang & L.K.Dai

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 15: 253 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707940



Common Names

  • Ophiopogon megalanthus
  • Fairy Lilyturf
  • Dwarf Lilyturf


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Description

Ophiopogon megalanthus (also called Large-flowered Lilyturf, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the asparagus family, Asparagaceae. It is native to East Asia, where it grows in moist forests and grasslands. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon megalanthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of herbal medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiopogon megalanthus has small, white flowers with six petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon megalanthus is a perennial evergreen that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from division of established clumps in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted out in their permanent positions as soon as possible.

Where to Find Ophiopogon megalanthus

Ophiopogon megalanthus can be found in East Asia.

Ophiopogon megalanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon megalanthus?

Ophiopogon megalanthus

What is the common name of Ophiopogon megalanthus?

Megalanthus Ophiopogon

What is the natural habitat of Ophiopogon megalanthus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-283110: Based on the initial data import
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Lun Kai Dai: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.K.Dai' in the authors string.