This rhizomatous grass-like perennial forms a low clump with slender strap-like leaves that are dark green and some cultivars are black. The small purplish bell-shaped flowers appear in clusters from summer to early autumn amongst the foliage.

Hardiness zones 6 to 10 

Ophiopogon planiscapus is naturally found in Japan growing in well drained moist, organic rich slightly acidic soil. It prefers an open sunny position but will tolerate some shade and is frost tolerant but drought tender. 

Black Mondo Grass is grown for its foliage colour and its low clumping habit. It is planted along pathway borders or in rockeries for colour contrast and used in patio pots. It is also used around water features or as a ground cover and is suitable for coastal or low mountain regions. ID 2500

Ophiopogon (o-fee-ō-PO-gon) planiscapus (plahn-i-SKAH-pus)

Liliaceae (lil-ee-AY-see-ee)
Lily Family