Water
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Also known as Monkey Grass
Lesser lilyturf (Liriope minor) is a compact, grass-like perennial valued for its evergreen foliage and spikes of lavender-blue flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade to Full Sun
50% intensity
Tolerates a range of light conditions but may flower best with some sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures, generally between 18-24°C.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Remove any dead, damaged, or discolored foliage.
Mowing the entire clump down to about 5-10 cm can rejuvenate tired-looking plants and encourage fresh, dense foliage.
Propagate primarily through division. In spring or autumn, carefully divide established clumps using a sharp spade or trowel.
Replant divisions immediately into well-prepared soil, ensuring they are watered well to aid establishment.
Repotting is rarely necessary as Liriope minor is slow-growing and often grown in the ground or in large containers where it can form dense clumps. If overcrowding occurs in a pot, divide the plant and repot sections into fresh compost.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Lesser Lilyturf (Liriope minor)
Where Lesser Lilyturf (Liriope minor) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Liriope |
| Species | Liriope minor |
Similar in genus Liriope
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