Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
menglianensis
ID:
710885

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.W.Li

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 13: 268 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710218



Common Names

  • Menglian Ophiopogon
  • Menglian Snake's-beard
  • Menglian Snake's-tongue


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Description

Ophiopogon menglianensis (also called the Menglian lilyturf, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is native to China, and it grows in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon menglianensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ophiopogon menglianensis are white to pink in color, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and brown. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon menglianensis is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Once established, Ophiopogon menglianensis requires little water and is tolerant of drought.

Where to Find Ophiopogon menglianensis

Ophiopogon menglianensis is native to China. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.

Ophiopogon menglianensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon menglianensis?

Ophiopogon menglianensis

What is the common name of Ophiopogon menglianensis?

Menglian Lilyturf

What is the natural habitat of Ophiopogon menglianensis?

Dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands

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-283333: Based on the initial data import
Li Xi-wen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.W.Li' in the authors string.