Common Name: |
Mondo Grass |
Other Names: |
Lilyturf |
Botanical Name: |
Ophiopogon japonicus |
Genus: |
Ophiopogon |
Family: |
Convallariaceae |
Location: |
Japan |
Cultivation: |
Rich, moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. |
Propagation: |
By seed sown when ripe, by division in spring. |
Harvest: |
Tubers are lifted in spring and dried for use in decoctions. |
Height: |
20-30cm (8-12in) |
:Width |
30cm (12in) |
Variations: |
Compactus Is dense and dwarf. Height: 5cm (2in) |
Minor Is compact with black-green, curled leaves. Height: 8cm (3in) |
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Hardiness: |
Z6-10 |
Parts Used: |
Tubers (mai men dong) |
Properties: |
A sweet, soothing, sedative herb that controls coughs, and lubricates the digestive and bronchial tracts. |
Medicinal Uses: |
Internally for dry coughs, fevers, thirst, dry constipation, insomnia, anxiety, and palpitations. Often mixed with cinnabar (mercuric sulphide) to increase sedation. |
Bibliography: |
Encylopedia of Herbs by Deni Brown Copyright ©: 1995, 2001 Dorling Kindersley Limited pg.295
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