Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sinensis
ID:
711361

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Wan & C.C.Huang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 25: 398 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710694



Common Names

  • Ophiopogon sinensis
  • Chinese Ophiopogon
  • Chinese Fairy-Lily


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Description

Ophiopogon sinensis (also called Chinese lilyturf, among many other common names) is a species of perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has short rhizomes and leaves that are linear-lanceolate in shape. It grows in forests, meadows, and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon sinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ophiopogon sinensis are white to yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon sinensis is a low-growing evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is a slow-growing plant and can take several years to reach its full size.

Where to Find Ophiopogon sinensis

Ophiopogon sinensis is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Ophiopogon sinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon sinensis?

Ophiopogon sinensis

What is the common name of Ophiopogon sinensis?

Chinese Mondo Grass

What is the natural habitat of Ophiopogon sinensis?

Woodlands, grasslands, and open areas

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-283383: Based on the initial data import
Cheng Chiu Huang (1922-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Huang' in the authors string.
Yu Wan (1937-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Wan' in the authors string.