Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
peliosanthoides
ID:
708238

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.T.Wang & Tang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 15: 252 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707571



Common Names

  • Ophiopogon peliosanthoides
  • Peliosanthoides Ophiopogon
  • Peliosanthoides Rattan


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Description

Ophiopogon peliosanthoides (also called Dwarf Mondo Grass, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen perennial native to Japan. It has grass-like leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon peliosanthoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiopogon peliosanthoides has white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon peliosanthoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When planting, it is best to water the soil before planting and to keep it moist until the plant is established. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to maintain the desired shape of the plant.

Where to Find Ophiopogon peliosanthoides

Ophiopogon peliosanthoides is found in the south-west of Western Australia, from Shark Bay to Israelite Bay.

Ophiopogon peliosanthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon peliosanthoides?

Ophiopogon peliosanthoides

What is the common name of Ophiopogon peliosanthoides?

Peliosanthes Lilyturf

What is the natural habitat of Ophiopogon peliosanthoides?

Grassy 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-283073: Based on the initial data import
Tsin Tang (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.