Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rupestris
ID:
1325321

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver. & N.Tanaka

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 58: 233 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337775



Common Names

  • Ophiopogon rupestris
  • Ophiopogon
  • Rupestris


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Description

Ophiopogon rupestris (also called Rock lily, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to India, China, and Japan. It has long, narrow leaves that are usually green or grey-green in color. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon rupestris is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiopogon rupestris has white flowers with yellow stripes. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon rupestris is a perennial evergreen that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and germination usually takes about two weeks.

Where to Find Ophiopogon rupestris

Ophiopogon rupestris is native to the Himalayas. It can be found in rocky soils and on cliffs.

Ophiopogon rupestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon rupestris?

Ophiopogon rupestris

What is the family of Ophiopogon rupestris?

Asparagaceae

Where is Ophiopogon rupestris found?

China

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.