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Dwarf lilyturf

Ophiopogon japonicus

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, Taiwan), Europe (Croatia, Italy), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇬🇪 Georgia 🇭🇷 Croatia 🇮🇹 Italy 🇺🇸 United States 🇧🇷 Brazil

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (planta)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)
Class
Liliopsida (Monocots)
Order
Asparagales (Asparagales)
Family
Asparagaceae
Genus
Ophiopogon
Species
Ophiopogon japonicus (Dwarf lilyturf)

Names in Other Languages

French muguet du Japon
German japanischer Schlangenbart
Portuguese grama-preta

Similar Species in Ophiopogon

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Lilyturf
Ophiopogon jaburan
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black mondo
Ophiopogon planiscapus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dwarf lilyturf?
The scientific name of Dwarf lilyturf is Ophiopogon japonicus. It belongs to the genus Ophiopogon.
Where does Dwarf lilyturf live?
Dwarf lilyturf is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, Taiwan), Europe (Croatia, Italy), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Brazil, Croatia, Georgia, Italy, Taiwan, United States.
What family does Dwarf lilyturf belong to?
Dwarf lilyturf (Ophiopogon japonicus) belongs to the genus Ophiopogon, which is part of the taxonomic family Asparagaceae.
What kingdom does Dwarf lilyturf belong to?
Dwarf lilyturf (Ophiopogon japonicus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).
What are the closest relatives of Dwarf lilyturf?
The closest relatives of Dwarf lilyturf in the genus Ophiopogon include Lilyturf, black mondo.

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Ophiopogon — 3 Species

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Lilyturf
Ophiopogon jaburan
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black mondo
Ophiopogon planiscapus
NE
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Dwarf lilyturf
Ophiopogon japonicus
NE
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