Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
micranthus
ID:
674299

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 6: 269 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673631



Common Names

  • Micranthus Liriope
  • Micranthus Grass Lily
  • Micranthus Lily Turf


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Synonyms

  • Mondo japonicum micranthus (Hook.f.) Farw. [unknown]

Description

Ophiopogon micranthus (also called small-flowered lilyturf, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen perennial that is native to the Western Cape of South Africa. It has small, grass-like leaves and produces small, white flowers in the summer. It is found in dry, rocky areas and grows in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon micranthus is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in rock gardens. It is also used in the production of honey.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ophiopogon micranthus are white or pink and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon micranthus can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly.

Where to Find Ophiopogon micranthus

Ophiopogon micranthus can be found in the mountains of the Western Cape of South Africa.

Ophiopogon micranthus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Ophiopogon micranthus?

Ophiopogon micranthus is native to the Himalayas and China.

What type of soil does Ophiopogon micranthus prefer?

Ophiopogon micranthus prefers moist, well-drained soils.

How much sunlight does Ophiopogon micranthus need?

Ophiopogon micranthus prefers partial shade, but can tolerate full sun.

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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