Status:
valid
Authors:
Aver., N.Tanaka & Luu
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 58: 235 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337776
Common Names
- Ophiopogon tristylatus
- Ophiopogon
- Tristylatus
Description
Ophiopogon tristylatus (also called Three-styled Ophiopogon, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to China and Taiwan. It grows in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ophiopogon tristylatus 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 tristylatus has white flowers with yellow stripes. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ophiopogon tristylatus is a perennial that can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Plant the divisions in a shallow trench and cover with soil. Water well and keep the soil moist during the growing season.
Where to Find Ophiopogon tristylatus
Ophiopogon tristylatus is native to the Himalayas. It can be found in rocky soils and on cliffs.
Ophiopogon tristylatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon tristylatus?
Ophiopogon tristylatus
What is the family of Ophiopogon tristylatus?
Asparagaceae
Where is Ophiopogon tristylatus 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
Hong Truong Luu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luu' in the authors string.