Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
patulus
ID:
1334201

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver. & N.Tanaka

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 61: 206 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346655



Common Names

  • Patulus Ophiopogon
  • Ophiopogon
  • Ophiopogon Patulus


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Description

Ophiopogon patulus (also called Patulous Ophiopogon, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and is about 1-2 m tall. Its leaves are simple and have an ovate shape. The flowers are white and have a calyx with 5 sepals. It is found in tropical forests and along the edges of rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon patulus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and is used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiopogon patulus has white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon patulus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location and should be protected from strong winds. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Ophiopogon patulus

Ophiopogon patulus is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Ophiopogon patulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon patulus?

Ophiopogon patulus

What is the family of Ophiopogon patulus?

Asparagaceae

What is the habitat of Ophiopogon patulus?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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

Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Noriyuki Tanaka (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Tanaka' in the authors string.