Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
711325

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.C.Chen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 26: 140 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710658



Common Names

  • Ophiopogon yunnanensis
  • Yunnan Ophiopogon
  • Yunnan Fairy-Lily


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Description

Ophiopogon yunnanensis (also called Yunnan Ophiopogon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb species native to China. It is found in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Ophiopogon yunnanensis has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon yunnanensis is a slow-growing, shade-tolerant evergreen that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade, and can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

Where to Find Ophiopogon yunnanensis

Ophiopogon yunnanensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Ophiopogon yunnanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiopogon yunnanensis?

Ophiopogon yunnanensis

What is the common name of Ophiopogon yunnanensis?

Yunnan Mondo Grass

What is the natural habitat of Ophiopogon yunnanensis?

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-283379: Based on the initial data import
Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.