Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens', also known as black lilyturf, black mondo or black dragon, is an evergreen perennial native to Japan. Despite having a grass-like appearance, it is a member of the Asparagacaea family, as is the similar grass-like Liriope muscari. 'Ophiopogon' comes from the Greek 'ophis' meaning 'serpent' and 'pogon' meaning 'beard'. The name presumably alludes to the … Continue reading What’s In A Name? Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘Nigrescens’