Ophiopogon japonicus (Convallariaceae) Evergreen perennial

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Ophiopogon japonicus
Evergreen perennial
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The Ophiopogon japonicus plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan. It is a member of the Convallariaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Ophiopogon japonicus
Family:  Convallariaceae
Author:  (L.f.)Ker-Gawl.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Damp ground[174] in shady places in lowland and foothills[58].

Edible Uses: Root[61]. A bitterness should be removed according to some reports[105, 177] whilst another says that it is sweet and aromatic[178]. Mucilaginous[179, 218]. The root contains about 1.6% protein, 0.5% fat, 80% carbohydrate, 2.3% ash[179].

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