Ophiopogon paniculatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paniculatus
ID:
713364
Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.Y.Zhu
Source:
wcs
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 14: 206 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712697
Common Names
- Ophiopogon paniculatus
- Paniculatus Mondo Grass
- Paniculatus Monkey Grass
Searching for Ophiopogon paniculatus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ophiopogon paniculatus (also called 'Dwarf Mondo Grass', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Japan and China. It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ophiopogon paniculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and as an antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ophiopogon paniculatus has small white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small, dark green and have a single leaf.
Searching for Ophiopogon paniculatus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ophiopogon paniculatus is a perennial that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plant in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist.
Where to Find Ophiopogon paniculatus
Ophiopogon paniculatus can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.
Ophiopogon paniculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon paniculatus?
Ophiopogon paniculatus
What is the common name of Ophiopogon paniculatus?
Panicled Ophiopogon
What is the growth habit of Ophiopogon paniculatus?
It is a clump-forming evergreen perennial with narrow, grass-like leaves.
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-283586: Based on the initial data import
Zheng Yin Zhu (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Zhu' in the authors string.