mondo grass

American  

[mon-doh] / ˈmɒn doʊ /

noun

1. any of several plants belonging to the genus Ophiopogon, of the lily family, native to western Asia, especially O. japonicus, having grasslike leaves and lavender or white flowers.

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Etymology

Origin of mondo grass

From New Latin (1763), an earlier genus name, of unexplained origin

Example Sentences

Here, they planted a drought-resistant mix of California dune grass, mondo grass and poppies alongside the former owners’ birds of paradise, pink camellias and pineapple guava tree.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2024

Whether tucked into pots or lining walkways or beds, the shiny blades of black mondo grass add a note of year-round darkness to any garden scene.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 12, 2023

Both Olander and Bauer like to complement house colors with their plant and decor choices, such as adding a red maple near a brick house or black mondo grass by dark trim.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 10, 2022

Narrow channels planted with mondo grass let water permeate the ground, reaching the elm roots under the house.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 3, 2019

In addition to hostas and hellebores, perennials with autumn interest include perennial geraniums, bishop’s hat and dwarf mondo grass, which is the perfect edging for square bluestones.

From Washington Post • Sep. 19, 2017