Ophiopogon jaburan 'Vittatus
Family Name: Asparagaceae
Synonyms: Ophiopogon jaburan 'Javanensis', Ophiopogon jaburan 'Variegatus', Ophiopogon jaburan 'Argenteovariegatus'
Common Name: Variegated Mondo Grass, Jaburan Lilyturf, Variegated Lilyturf, Aztec Grass, White Lilyturf
Growth Form: Evergreen, grass-like perennial that forms dense clumps and has rhizomes (horizontal stems that produce new shoots).
Foliage: Leaves are linear with an entire leaf margin and a pointed apex. Leaves are not stiff with some bending over and some erect. Older leaves may be more green and less variegated than younger foliage.
Flowers: Flowers are bell-shaped. They are arranged in inflorescences known as racemes in which one main axis bears several stalked flowers that are directly connected to it.
Fruits: Fruits are oblong to ellipsoid berries (1.3 cm long).
Landscaping: This cultivar makes an excellent, long-lasting groundcover or edging. The variegated leaves would also be good for colour accent beds, rock gardens or decorative plant arrangements. It can tolerate shady areas that are prone to short periods of dryness. The lighter colour of the leaves would also make shady areas look less dark. This species is also suitable for high rise balconies where it may experience high winds, heat, lighting that varies from full sun to full shade, and drought due to wind and heat exposure. It produces excellent foliage in the tropical lowlands, but usually does not flower. Flowering occurs in tropical highlands and temperate climates.
Cultivation: This cultivar has a moderate growth rate and requires little maintenance. Plant in well-drained, fertile and slightly acidic soil containing organic matter. For groundcovers, plant small clumps 0.2 m apart to cover the area quickly. Water the plants regularly for best growth, but established plants are tolerant of short periods of drought. Feed every month with a 15-15-15 NPK liquid fertilizer. It occasionally produces green side shoots that should be quickly removed, because they will outcompete the variegated ones. Young foliage may be attacked by slugs. Plants grown on a balcony should be rotated by a quarter turn every week for balanced growth.
Propagation: Propagate by dividing the clumps of plants.
Etymology: The genus name "Ophiopogon" means snake's beard. It is derived from 2 Greek words, "ophis" meaning snake and "pogon" meaning beard. This name is translated from the Japanese name ("riuno fige").
Landscaping Features
Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Foliage
Plant & Rootzone Preference - Tolerance Fertile Loamy Soils, Well-Drained Soils
Landscape Uses Flowerbed / Border, General, Container
PlantingPlant Care and Propagation
Light Preference Semi-Shade, Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate
Planting Distance From 0
Maintenance Requirements Low
Propagation Method Division
Family Name: Asparagaceae
Synonyms: Ophiopogon jaburan 'Javanensis', Ophiopogon jaburan 'Variegatus', Ophiopogon jaburan 'Argenteovariegatus'
Common Name: Variegated Mondo Grass, Jaburan Lilyturf, Variegated Lilyturf, Aztec Grass, White Lilyturf
Growth Form: Evergreen, grass-like perennial that forms dense clumps and has rhizomes (horizontal stems that produce new shoots).
Foliage: Leaves are linear with an entire leaf margin and a pointed apex. Leaves are not stiff with some bending over and some erect. Older leaves may be more green and less variegated than younger foliage.
Flowers: Flowers are bell-shaped. They are arranged in inflorescences known as racemes in which one main axis bears several stalked flowers that are directly connected to it.
Fruits: Fruits are oblong to ellipsoid berries (1.3 cm long).
Landscaping: This cultivar makes an excellent, long-lasting groundcover or edging. The variegated leaves would also be good for colour accent beds, rock gardens or decorative plant arrangements. It can tolerate shady areas that are prone to short periods of dryness. The lighter colour of the leaves would also make shady areas look less dark. This species is also suitable for high rise balconies where it may experience high winds, heat, lighting that varies from full sun to full shade, and drought due to wind and heat exposure. It produces excellent foliage in the tropical lowlands, but usually does not flower. Flowering occurs in tropical highlands and temperate climates.
Cultivation: This cultivar has a moderate growth rate and requires little maintenance. Plant in well-drained, fertile and slightly acidic soil containing organic matter. For groundcovers, plant small clumps 0.2 m apart to cover the area quickly. Water the plants regularly for best growth, but established plants are tolerant of short periods of drought. Feed every month with a 15-15-15 NPK liquid fertilizer. It occasionally produces green side shoots that should be quickly removed, because they will outcompete the variegated ones. Young foliage may be attacked by slugs. Plants grown on a balcony should be rotated by a quarter turn every week for balanced growth.
Propagation: Propagate by dividing the clumps of plants.
Etymology: The genus name "Ophiopogon" means snake's beard. It is derived from 2 Greek words, "ophis" meaning snake and "pogon" meaning beard. This name is translated from the Japanese name ("riuno fige").
Landscaping Features
Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Foliage
Plant & Rootzone Preference - Tolerance Fertile Loamy Soils, Well-Drained Soils
Landscape Uses Flowerbed / Border, General, Container
PlantingPlant Care and Propagation
Light Preference Semi-Shade, Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate
Planting Distance From 0
Maintenance Requirements Low
Propagation Method Division
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